"The Peculiar Economics of NCAA Basketball" offers an in-depth analysis of the economic structures and challenges within the NCAA Division I men's basketball league. The book highlights the unique economic circumstances that prevent the league from recruiting the best college-aged players while not significantly improving competitive conditions. Author T. McFall discusses the league's political decisions and their impact on economic sustainability, particularly regarding the short-sighted governance choices that are made. With 159 pages, this academic book provides a well-founded perspective on the complex economic dynamics shaping NCAA basketball and is thus a valuable read for students and professionals in the fields of economics and sports management.