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 ...

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The Memphis Grizzlies have one of the highest flyers in the NBA in Ja Morant, as the star point guard seems to always put on a show with highlight-worthy dunks and circus layups that show off his ...

The NBA might not know how to revive the Dunk Contest, but Michael Irvin thinks he has the answer: NFL players. In recent years, the NBA has attempted to retool the All-Star Game, recently announcing ...

In recent years, the NBA Slam Dunk Contest has lost much of its sparkle. What was once the crown jewel of All-Star Weekend has become a shell of its former self. Fans argue that the absence of ...

Since Michael Jordan took flight at Chicago Stadium in 1988, the Chicago Bulls haven't had a Slam Dunk Contest winner. That all might change thanks to their newest signing. Michael Scotto of HoopsHype ...

Vince Carter participated in the NBA Slam Dunk Contest in 2000 and shocked everyone with his powerful and inventive dunks. People had never seen such skill, control, and energy in a single dunk. Even ...

Out of all the major sporting events that occur throughout the year, the NBA Finals is one of the most cherished by fans, with basketball's elite showcasing their top talents on the global stage. But ...