Includes bibliographical references and index.

A clock, a ball, and a net -- Epic buzzer-beaters -- All-time clutch performances -- Buzzer-beater repeaters -- The underdogs -- Championship heroes.

When the clock is ticking down and the stakes are high, some players seize the moment and make themselves legends. From buzzer-beating half-court shots to thunderous last-second dunks, some of basketball's greatest moments are chronicled in vivid fashion here. You've got a courtside seat to the action.