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"Go the length of the floor and take off" - Michael Jordan said Julius Erving convinced him to dunk from the free-throw line in 1988

Jordan credits Julius Erving for inspiring his legendary free-throw line dunk that sealed the 1988 Slam Dunk Contest.
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Michael Jordan Said Julius Erving Inspired His 1988 Dunk

In a legendary moment from the 1988 Slam Dunk Contest, Michael Jordan revealed that Julius Erving—aka Dr. J—was the spark ...
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Slam Dunk Legends! Every NBA Team's Most Iconic Dunk Contest Moment Revealed!

Step into the world of high-flying, gravity-defying, and jaw-dropping athleticism as we revisit the most legendary dunks from ...
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Michael Jordan wins 1988 Slam Dunk Contest at All‑Star Weekend

31 years ago today, Michael Jordan wowed the crowd in Chicago with a spectacular 50 point dunk in the final round to win the Slam Dunk Contest.

Michael Jordan Revealed What 'Jealous' Magic Johnson Did at 1985 NBA All-Star Game

In an episode of the Icons Club podcast with famed NBA columnist Jackie MacMullan, Jordan recounted a moment where he held a ...
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NBA All-Star Slam Dunk Contest Winners

From speedy guards to skilled big men, check out every winner of the NBA Skills Challenge. These 10 players entering their second NBA seasons could be ready to take big steps forward in 2025-26 ...