In Big Shot, book 16 of the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series from #1 international bestselling author Jeff Kinney, Greg Heffley and sports just don&;t mix. After a disastrous field day competition at school, Greg decides that when it comes to his athletic career, he&;s officially retired. But after his mom urges him to give sports one more chance, he reluctantly agrees to sign up for basketball. Tryouts are a mess, and Greg is sure he won&;t make the cut. But he unexpectedly lands a spot on the worst team. As Greg and his new teammates start the season, their chances of winning even a single game look slim. But in sports, anything can happen. When everything is on the line and the ball is in Greg&;s hands, will he rise to the occasion? Or will he blow his big shot? See the Wimpy Kid World in a whole new way with the help of Greg Heffley&;s best friend in the instant #1 bestsellers Diary of an Awesome Friendly Kid: Rowley Jefferson&;s Journal, Rowley Jefferson&;s Awesome Friendly Adventure, and Rowley Jefferson&;s Awesome Friendly Spooky Stories!