In "Big Shot", the 16th book in the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series, Greg Heffley finds himself in a new and unexpected situation: joining his middle school’s basketball team. Greg isn’t exactly the athletic type, but he decides to give it a try after his mother insists he try something new. Unfortunately, Greg's lack of skill and confidence becomes obvious on the court, leading to a series of awkward and hilarious situations. Greg must figure out how to deal with his lack of sportsmanship while trying to fit in with the team and avoid further embarrassment. As always, Greg’s witty and self-deprecating narration keeps readers laughing as he faces another challenge in his middle school life.