Ball don't lie
Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2005
A talented young basketball player from Los Angeles navigates streetball games, family issues, and the pressure to succeed.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentSome mild romantic tension exists between characters.
Street fights and aggressive play occur on the basketball court.
Mild profanity is used by some characters.
Blasphemy is absent from the text.
Substance use is not depicted in the story.
Suicide or self-harm is not a theme in this book.
Scary elements are absent from this realistic story.
Occult or witchcraft themes are not present.
LGBTQ+ themes are absent from the narrative.
The story focuses on secular aspirations and street culture.
Christians are not portrayed negatively in this book.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceRick struggles with courage to face his challenges.
Christian faith is not a focus of this narrative.
Rick shows loyalty to his friends and family.
Grace and mercy are not central themes here.
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