When it comes to the top dunkers of all time, we often wonder how they dunk so well?
Well, it comes down to pure athleticism, creativity and most importantly vertical jump
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Now let’s get into the best dunkers of all time…
1. Vince Carter
Carter played 1998-2020, He was known for his creative dunks, slamming power and athleticism. His most exciting dunks to watch was his windmills, 360s, and power slamming alley oops.
Carter in his prime had an insane 42 inch vertical and even pridefully carried his nickname “Vinsanity”
2. Michael Jordan
Michael Jordan is a global icon known for being the best basketball player ever and in this list, he is the 2nd best dunker ever he flew through the air on his dunks and was known for his impressive dunking style not much can be said he is the G.O.A.T. after all.
MJ’s most known dunk is from the free throw line.
3. Dominique Wilkins
Wilkins played 1982-1999, Wilkins was known for his athleticism and dunking power he even earned the nickname “The Human Highlight Film” which says a lot in itself, he was most known for dunking over his opponent which is incredibly impressive in the NBA.
4. Lebron James
James is an incredible player and globally known for being a basketball legend and in the talks for the G.O.A.T. discussion. James is down for being an incredibly athletic powerful and with a good basketball IQ as well.
Lebron has been playing since 2003 and is still dominating the NBA.
5. Kobe Bryant
Kobe was a legend unfortunately passing away in 2020 of a deva sating helicopter crash after he retired in 2016.
Kobe was known for his unbreakable mentality and incredibly scoring ability.
Kobe was very athletic and carried a great Basketball IQ doing whatever it takes to be the best he could be. He was also an incredible dunker and a great player overall.
6. Blake Griffin
Blake griffin has been playing since 2009 and is an explosive player known for his high-flying dunks, he has an exciting playing syle and has produced many highlight videos and is undoubtedly in the discussion when it comes to being a great dunker.
