Is Chicago’s Derrick Rose the NBA’s new crossover king?

December 14 08

It took twenty games. Some would say less than that.

Whatever the number, one thing is clear: Derrick Rose is Chicago’s best player since you-know-who pushed off on Bryon Russell in game six of the 1998 NBA Finals.

No disrespect to Elton Brand, Tyson Chandler, Luol Deng, or Ben Gordon, but Rose is the club’s first superstar talent since Michael Jordan. The rookie table-setter has an all-world skill-set and a pass-first mentality that makes everyone around him better.

For a moment, forget the important stuff. I love his highlight reel crossover. Rose is already one of the game’s great ankle-breakers, leaving defenders on their ass and crowds gasping in amazement.

In this edition of ‘Listed’ we’re counting down the Memphis alum’s top five crossovers. Keep in mind this isn’t a career montage, but highlights of Rose’s first few games in the pros.

As always, watch the clips, then get at us in the comment box below with your opinion on Rose’s best crossover. By the way, can the first year pro compete with all-time ankle-breakers like Allen Iverson and Tim Hardaway?

Victim #5: Rajon Rondo ...

Victim #4: Brandon Bass ...

Victim #3: The Utah Jazz ...

Victim #2: Randy Foye ...

Victim #1: Andre Miller ...

How good is Rose’ s crossover? Let us know in the comment box below and return to HoopsVibe The Blog for more NBA tidbits. Photo courtesy of MCLipsco.

15 Comments: Is Chicago’s Derrick Rose the NBA’s new crossover (...)

Posted by

on 09.8.2009

his crossover is not that special. The point is he is so fast and strong, he can just get to the rim and reverse direction so easily you don’t feel how fast he is by watching the clip. .

Posted by
Crossover02
on 02.17.2009

Derrick Rose put Andre Miller on skates. .

Posted by
Memphisalum
on 01.3.2009

If it were possible I would buy D. Rose stock. .

Posted by
Memphisalum
on 01.3.2009

D. Rose is the next M.J. I would also like to point out when he played for my college, U of Memphis, his number was 23. I like watching him fly to the rim. .

Posted by
BALLLLN26
on 12.16.2008

Derrick Rose is a solid rookie. But none of those crossovers are that great except for the one he put on Andre Miller. I think he caught Miller (not known for defense) but the rest of the crossovers were pretty weak, for one Ba-------is bigger than him, also the one against the wolves included the use of a pick. Overall Im not impressed, but he still is just a rookie and through time he could develop into a dangerous crossover guard. .

Posted by
Octane
on 12.16.2008

The dudes got mad game, and yes he is the new bread point guard in the nba, besides kidd.. this guy has upps and handles, u cant stop him one on one, just like MJ in hes prime. Yeah I STUDY hes game.... u should 2. .

Posted by
Jacob (from Australia)
on 12.15.2008

the dude’s got game, no doubt. but hes still gotta prove himself, maybe a few more and a couple like AI’s moment with the stepping over lue. if something that big happens, the crossover king crown is his! (oh and please, who in hell is that commentator on the andre mller clip... he sounds like a damn girl! =P) .

Posted by

on 12.15.2008

I am not impressed with this guy yet. Remember Steve Francis? I think he’ll be another Stevie if he isn’t careful. But then again I missed calling whether Lebron James was going to be good. So what do I know? .

Posted by
max B
on 12.15.2008

wow #5!!!! .

Posted by

on 12.15.2008

errr...was it traveling on no.2?No.1 is just crazy .

Posted by
rIsHi Da AtTiTuDe
on 12.15.2008

no one acn cross better than A.I exept.........exept me!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! .

Posted by
40inchleaper
on 12.15.2008

he’s like Chauncey Billups. but i think the improved version. wait and see .

Posted by
Twister
on 12.15.2008

shows the level of defense these nba players have, ITS DISGUSTING FOR EURO PLAYERS .

Posted by

on 12.15.2008

Sit down Andre Miller!!! .

Posted by
Anonymous
on 12.15.2008

I LOVE his crossover and he is a very exciting young player to watch. .

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