Of all the elements of the black aesthetic present in the Harlem Globetrotter's demonstrations of playing basketball, the one that hovers over all is the element of cool . It is hard to deny that when they are performing, they go about it with a certain swagger and confidence that displays an element of cool in their performance. Furthermore, in reference to one of the readings for today, Michael Jordan says that rather than sticking to any one way to play the game, he creates his own way of scoring in relation to the opposing teams defensive style. I can see this in the Harlem Globetrotters by their display of a variety of creative shots undoubtedly dreamt up by an imaginative mind. Lastly, given the way this specific video highlights the individual "trademarks" of some of the members, a distinct element of individuality is present among this group which is also common in the NBA, given famous African American players often choose a certain aspect of their game that sets them apart from the rest.
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