Stars are not participating for fear of being “turned into a meme” and there is little imagination in the dunk attempts.

What is traditionally the crown jewel of All-Star Weekend will close out Saturday’s events, with young players looking to ...

The NBA Slam Dunk contest is defined by its most thrilling competitions over time. Here are some of the most memorable.

Today in Sports, February 8 - Spud Webb, 5-foot-7, wins NBA Slam Dunk competition, shortest player ever to win Feb. 8 1936 — Jay Berwanger, University of Chicago halfback and Heisman Trophy ...

He breaks Ted Lindsay’s record of three goals in an All-Star Game, set in 1950. 1986 — Atlanta’s Spud Webb, at 5-foot-7, wins NBA Slam Dunk competition. Webb receives a perfect 50 from the judges in ...

1986 — Atlanta’s Spud Webb, at 5-foot-7, wins NBA Slam Dunk competition. Webb receives a perfect 50 from the judges in the last two rounds to shock defending dunk champion Dominique Wilkins ...