The first-ever Dunk Contest was held on January 27, 1976, at halftime of that year’s ABA All-Star Game, featuring George “Iceman” Gervin and Julius “Dr. J” Erving in what was the final season before the ABA-NBA merger

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. Michael Jordan won his second straight dunk contest in 1988 on his home ...

Wemby's Blocks & Dunks! NBA Highlights That'll Blow Your Mind! | Victor Wembanyama is redefining basketball! Watch his insane blocks, powerful dunks, and jaw-dropping athleticism thats taking the NBA by storm. In this highlight reel, we break down Wembys ...

After Matas Buzelis entered his candidate for Dunk of the Year, everyone couldn't help but ask the same question: Should he be dunk contest-bound? The forward has turned himself into one of the most entertaining dunkers in the NBA over his first two seasons. Every night, it feels as though he's jamming one in that is suitable enough for SportCenter's Top 10 plays. However, has the NBA taken ...