Best Slams in NBA Slam-Dunk History

Over the years, the NBA slam dunk contest has captivated fans with the level of creativity and athleticism players have displayed in the past. The NBA slam dunk contest has also launched the careers of several superstars and every year gives young players an opportunity to enhance their basketball careers. Here are the top 5 dunks in the history of the NBA slam dunk contest.

1. Michael Jordan (1988)

1988 year provided one of the most entertaining slam dunk contests in the history of the NBA. The young Michael Jordan performed one of his most amazing dunks, jumping from the free throw line, seemingly defying gravity. That dunk went on to become Jordan's signature, which is now one of the most recognized logos in sports.

2. Vince Carter (2000)

Vince convinced many he was the next big thing after his incredible performance at this event. Vince's best dunk on his way to winning his the 2000 slam dunk contest was a high flying dunk that ended with his entire arm going through the rim.

3. Jason Richardson (2003)

Richardson pulled off a creative dunk that also required a good deal of athleticism. He lobbed the ball to himself, put it between his legs, and finished with a reverse dunk. What made the dunk even more amazing was the ease and grace Richardson performed it with.

4. Nate Robinson (2009)

Robinson inspired little people around the world with his athletic ability during the event. He capped the night of by dunking over Dwight Howard, and stealing the title from the heavily favored big-man.

5. Gerald Green (2008)

While this dunk isn't nearly as athletic as the others, it definitely scores highly in the creativity department. For the dunk, Green placed a cupcake with a lit candle, on the back of the rim. He then threw down a forceful two handed dunk, while blowing out the candle.