NBA basketball returns for what is surely to be another exciting season on the hardwood. In an era where everybody seems to be shooting threes, these books take a look at some of the nuance of the game.

Basketball: A Love Story

Black Market: An Insider’s Journey Into the High-Stakes World of College Basketball

How to Watch Basketball Like a Genius

The Joy of Basketball: An Encyclopedia of the Modern Game

Brothers on Three: A True Story of Family, Resistance, and Hope on a Reservation in Montana