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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 ...
Dominique Wilkins explains why he is "disappointed" in the Slam Dunk Contest and the stars who prioritize "brand" over fans in an exclusive interview.