Is Michael Jordan vs. Dominique Wilkins the greatest controversy in Slam Dunk Contest history?
Fans also have a say. When waving scorecards wildly after a jam, they resemble the Romans telling their Emperor to let a specific gladiator live or die with a thumb up or thumb down. The contentious, divisive, and debatable is perfect for Listed, our weekly segment where fans weigh-in on a basketball related list. In this edition, Breaking Down The NBA is naming the five most controversial moments in the history of the Slam Dunk Contest. As usual, read the post, form your opinion, and get at us with thoughts on the controversy. #5) Overt commercialism, courtesy of Dee Brown and Reebok … Why: In 1991, Brown – while prepping for a jam, with millions watching on television – suddenly bent over and furiously pressed The Pump gadget on his Reeboks. Right or wrong, Brown’s ‘spontaneous’ gesture confirmed that commercialism had become the driving force behind the NBA’s Saturday extravaganza.
