Michael Jordan took the crown for his first of two Slam Dunk Championships.

Michael Jordan won the 1988 dunk contest against Dominique Wilkins with an iconic free throw line dunk that remains one of the greatest in the event’s history.

Jun 6, 2007 · Needing 49 points to capture his second straight slam dunk title, Jordan headed to the opposite end of the floor to the delight of the Chicago fans. They kne...

May 1, 2021 · In his prime, the Chicago Bulls legend was going to dunk on you, no matter what. It didn't matter if you met him in the NBA Finals, the playoffs, the NBA Slam Dunk Contest, the All-Star Game, or even at the free-throw line.

Mar 28, 2023 · The number 1 spot on our list for Michael Jordan’s top 10 dunks is his now-famous dunk on Patrick Ewing. MJ himself has considered the dunk one of the most memorable slams of his career. The moment took place in the 1991 Eastern Conference Playoffs.

Feb 18, 2013 · Half a lifetime ago, a young Michael Jordan took the All-Star slam dunk title with a performance that finally won over his rivals. Here is the story of that memorable day

Aug 4, 2020 · One of the most memorable signature dunks from MJ’s repertoire was certainly the free-throw line dunk. Doing it in both the 1987 & 1988 NBA All-Star slam dunk contest, in his most unique style, Flight 23 reached global fame.

On February 6, 1988, Michael Jordan soared into basketball history with his unique slam dunk, taking off from the free throw line! Digging deeper, we find this stunning feat earning him the moniker “Air Jordan” and the genesis of the Jumpman logo.

Feb 18, 2018 · Jordan competed in three dunk contests, in 1985, 1987 and 1988, winning the last two back-to-back. The NBA compiled Jordan’s best moments in a must-watch video prior to tonight’s dunk contest.

Feb 17, 2015 · SI photographer Walter Iooss Jr., discussed how he captured his classic photo of Michael Jordan at the 1988 Slam Dunk Contest in a recent interview with the magazine. Michael Jordan's...