When Mariana and her new friend, Selena, try to play some basketball at a local court, they're challenged to a game by two older girls. If Mariana and Selena win, they get to use the court. But if the older girls win, they get Selena's special autographed jersey. Unfortunately, things go badly and the younger girls lose the bet--and the jersey. However, they soon come up with a plan. Although some of Mariana's skills are lacking, she's great at shooting hoops. Will the friends succeed in their hoops hustle to get back Selena's special jersey?

Includes: visual discussion questions; more about basketball; work on your b-ball skills; glossary; about the author; about the artists.