It comprised the 30 best and most influential players of the ABA during its ten years and nine full regular seasons of operation, with respect not only to performance at the professional level, but in consideration of sportsmanship, team leadership, and contributions to the growth of the league basketball, and irrespective of positions played.

Feb 19, 2024 · Sports Illustrated stated, "The dunk contest was the best halftime invention since the bathroom." The contest was conceived of and started by the American Basketball Association (ABA) for its 1976 ABA All - Star Game in Denver. The winner was Julius “Dr. …

Feb 23, 2014 · The ABA was full of interesting ideas and personalities, such as the Slam Dunk Contest, Marvin "Bad News" Barnes, and a lot of enthusiastically colored uniforms. Even their basketball was red...

The ABA pioneered the advent of the now popular NBA slam dunk contest at the final ABA All-Star Game in 1976. [18] The game was held in Denver, and the owners of the ABA teams wanted to ensure that the event would be entertaining for the sellout crowd of 15,021 people.

Feb 3, 2021 · Follow along using the transcript. A supercut of the in-game dunks shown in the documentary "Longshots: The Life & Times Of The American Basketball Association" (HBO, 1997).Audio from the...

Known as "Dr. Dunk," Pacers fans arrived early at home games to see Hillman's wide variety of warmup dunks. Came to Pacers as a virtual unknown despite being drafted in the first round of the ABA and NBA drafts. In 1971, led the Armed Forces All-Stars to the AAU title and was selected as MVP.

There is even an interview with Red Auerbach of the Boston Celtics, who typically demeans the ABA while puffing on his trademark cigar. The documentary highlights the contributions the ABA made to the NBA, including the three-point field goal and the All-Star Game slam dunk contest.

Jun 5, 2003 · Darnell Hillman, better known to ABA and NBA fans as “Dr. Dunk,” was well known for his dunking ability, his incredible leap, and great defense.

Apr 29, 2024 · Founded in 1967, the ABA was a rebel with a cause, challenging the staid NBA with flair and innovation. It wasn't just about playing games; it was about putting on a show. The league introduced the three-point line and the slam dunk contest, which have since become staples in basketball culture.

Oct 13, 2015 · Basketball fans know all too well the image of Erving dunking from the foul line in the 1976 Dunk Contest. He made 11 ABA All-Star appearances and won two ABA championships.