The first-ever Dunk Contest was held on January 27, 1976, at halftime of that year’s ABA All-Star Game, featuring George “Iceman” Gervin and Julius “Dr. J” Erving in what was the final season before ...

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Tim Hardaway Jr. elevated his place in NBA history on Friday night.

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Former Clipper Quentin Richardson discusses the format change, what to expect during All-Star Weekend and how much the annual events mean to him and other players.

The Lakers will have a rare representative in All-Star Saturday this year. On Thursday, Shams Charania of ESPN reported that Jaxson Hayes will take part in the Slam Dunk Contest during All-Star ...

Working with Stephen Curry's personal trainer helped East Lincoln's Jaxon Dollar unlock his potential, and he's putting together a memorable junior season.

Hogs' heralded star makes mark among all comers in college basketball, setting stage for NBA Draft ...

The other finalists were Byron football/track and field star Carson Heimer, Fillmore Central football/wrestling star Kane Larson, St. Charles track and field/basketball star Christopher Hilton and ...

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With titles as the world's tallest teenager and tallest college basketball player ever, meet Florida's center.