They gave Jordan a 50! It's one of the most famous lines in NBA Slam Dunk Contest history, but it's also a reminder of the occasional controversy that comes from judging the event. Stream Los Angeles News for free, 24/7, wherever you are. Michael Jordan ...

Gate City, VA — The 3-time defending NBA slam dunk champion, Mac McClung, was back in the area tonight for a special honor. As you heard earlier, McClung was honored tonight by Gate City Frontier for his accomplishments on and off the basketball court.

Milwaukee's Giannis Antetokounmpo, Minnesota's Zach LaVine, Orlando's Victor Oladipo and Brooklyn's Mason Plumlee will be the contestants in the 2015 Sprite Slam Dunk contest, the NBA announced Tuesday night. Plumlee tweeted he was "thrilled" to be taking ...

The NBA might not know how to revive the Dunk Contest, but Michael Irvin thinks he has the answer: NFL players. In recent years, the NBA has attempted to retool the All-Star Game, recently announcing the 2026 event will feature a USA vs. World format.