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. Learn these before you try a crossover. You'll need to be able to dribble with both hands and pass the ball between them, without looking at the ball. For this trick to work, you have to sell it with your body language. Keep your eyes focused in the direction you don't plan on moving. Keep your feet and shoulders aligned toward that direction as well, but be ready to pivot at a moment's notice. Make occasional eye contact with the defender. Keep your knees bent. Straight legs will slow you down.
Master dribbling skills Lie with your hands and eyes.