The 1988 Dunk Contest. Michael Jordan vs Dominique Wilkins. The greatest and most iconic superstar showdown in @NBA All-Star history. Two true competitors at their very best.

When we think about the NBA Slam Dunk Contest, usually two names come to mind – Michael Jordan and Vince Carter. To be completely fair and respect the competition's history, no one would be mad ...

The NBA's Dunk Contest used to be the crown jewel of the NBA All-Star weekend. From the "MJ vs. Nique" battle to Vince Carter's show in 2000, it was always the most anticipated event in the NBA's ...

Dwight Howard is known as one of the most explosive dunkers in NBA history. The former Philadelphia 76ers center won the Slam Dunk Contest in 2008. At 6-foot-11, he is the tallest winner in the ...

Michael Jordan later admitted that the judges may have been unfair to Dominique Wilkins during their legendary showdown at the 1988 NBA Slam Dunk Contest. The event, held in Chicago—Jordan’s home turf ...

The 1988 Slam Dunk Contest in Chicago stands as one of the most iconic one-on-one showdowns in NBA history. It was basketball's version of a heavyweight title bout — Michael Jordan versus ...

Wilkins and Jordan were on the same page During the 1988 dunk fest, Jordan admitted being taken aback by Nique's 45 scorecard, saying, "I was shocked. I would have given him a 49 or a 50.

"It doesn't matter who wins" - Michael Jordan on why a dunk contest vs. Vince Carter would've been a treat for the fans (© Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports/© USA TODAY Sports) Damien Peters ...