Pre-Reading For The Crossover by Kwame Alexander
In basketball, what is a crossover?
Who is Michael Jordan, and what is he most famous for?
Who was Horace Silver, and what is he most famous for?
A crossover is a dribbling technique where the player switches the ball to the opposite hand while changing directions. It is also known as the "ankle breaker" for its confusing effects on opponents.
Instructional diagram of a crossover 
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Michael Jordan, as a player on the Chicago Bulls 
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Michael Jordan is a former professional basketball player and coach. He won many awards, including two Olympic gold medals, six NBA Championships with the Chicago Bulls, and five NBA Most Valuable Player awards.
Horace Silver (1928-2014) was an American pianist and composer. He was one of the most influential jazz artists of the 1950s and 1960s.
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Starred in the movie "Space Jam" with Bugs Bunny
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