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Jimmy Kimmel finds out what Michael Jordan can and cannot palm

What happens when you hand a basketball legend a bunch of stuff and ask him to palm it?

James Dator
James Dator has been covering a wide range of sports for SB Nation for over a decade, with a special focus on the NFL.

Michael Jordan can palm anything, at least according to Jimmy Kimmel’s audience. We all want to believe the former NBA star are Hornets owner can do it all -- but alas that isn’t so.

Before we check out the video lets try to play along at home, shall we?

Can Michael Jordan palm a honeydew melon?

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Can Michael Jordan palm a bowling ball?

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Can Michael Jordan palm a globe?

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Can Michael Jordan palm a frozen turkey?

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How many did you get? We bet you did better than Kimmel’s crowd. Now check out the whole video.

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