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.

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 ...

The Slam Dunk Contest is one of the NBA’s most well-known festivities during the All-Star Weekend. Many rookies usually ...

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Giannis Antetokounmpo dunked on a lob from Kevin Porter Jr. with 4.7 seconds remaining to give the Milwaukee Bucks a 122-121 ...

Carter might be the best dunker in basketball history, but he was more than that throughout his 22 years in the NBA. Jason Jones, The Athletic Editor’s Note: Read more NBA coverage from The Athletic ...

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Jake Wilkins, or "Baby Highlight," didn’t have the traditional prodigy upbringing. Instead, he and his NBA legend father took ...