The first-ever Dunk Contest was held on January 27, 1976, at halftime of that year’s ABA All-Star Game, featuring George ...

VJ Edgecombe rocked the basketball with his right hand and posterized a Pacer with a dunk that would have made Dr. J proud, a ...

After running a well-executed offensive set, a cutter receives the ball as he jets down the middle of the lane, where he meets a defender at the rim. "Oohs" and "aahs" ensue, or silence fills the ...

The viral moment was part of a rocky unofficial first NBA game for Wembanyama. The 19-year-old shot 2-for-13, including 1-for-6 from 3, for nine points, eight rebounds, three assists, five blocks and ...

They gave Jordan a 50! It's one of the most famous lines in NBA Slam Dunk Contest history, but it's also a reminder of the occasional controversy that comes from judging the event. Stream Los Angeles ...

Basketball Hall of Famer Dominique Wilkins became known for his thunderous dunks during his playing days, earning the nickname “The Human Highlight Film.” Now his son, Jake Wilkins, is starting to do ...

NBC is getting set to host the NBA Slam Dunk Contest next month, and it is pleading for the stars to make it an event again. It used to be arguably the best all-star event in any sport, but the Dunk ...

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