The Word of God

A cinematic and candid memoir from your favorite basketball players’ favorite basketball player, God Shammgod. Perfect for fans of Becoming Kareem, Straight Shooter, and Where Tomorrows Aren’t Promised.

A street ball legend from 1980s and ’90s New York City, a college basketball phenom, and one of the first players whose moves went viral in the digital age, God Shammgod drew a crowd everywhere he played because of his obsessive dribbling skills. He was a peer and eventually a mentor for everyone from Kevin Garnett, Paul Pierce, Kobe Bryant, Stephon Marbury, Chauncey Billups, and Vince Carter to name a few. His signature move—the Shammgod crossover—is legendary.

But when Sham’s own NBA dream eventually faltered, he had to face a life without his beloved game—only to unexpectedly return as a coach. Sham became a guide to several rising college stars before he eventually made the leap to the NBA, where Mark Cuban brought him onto the Dallas Mavericks staff as the league’s first ball-handling coach.

Told through the relationships Sham has built over a lifetime of goodwill, The Word of God is not only a reflection of an unforgettable NBA career and a nostalgic look at ’90s Harlem, but ultimately a love letter to basketball and a celebration of the game.

Life Changing

Very inspirational coming from a young black kid who is waiting for his world to come around that second time.

Good Ole days!

I love this book! It really brings me back to the days when I was kid. So many of the characters in this book were and still are my heros. I've always wanted to know more about God Shammgod. This book gives you everything that need and want from the Shammgod story. Pick it up!

Authentic and Inspirational

God Shammgod tells his story with such humility, honesty, and humor that it was hard to put down. The narrator’s voice is also very authentic to NYC, so the audio experience felt real. Give this a listen. And then listen again! If you don’t walk away with a stronger resolve and appreciation for faith, I’m not sure what else would.