The 2016 NBA Dunk contest is in the books and thanks to Zach LaVine and Aaron Gordon, the show was one of the best in recent memory.
The 2016 NBA Dunk Contest in 7 astonishing photos
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The two posted perfect dunk after perfect dunk with LaVine ultimately prevailing in bonus dunks. While the videos of the dunks are incredible and the reactions are nearly as good, the photos are a close third.
1. This is an actual dunk that happened.
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2. Everyone was in awe. Seriously look at the faces of fellow NBA players.
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3. This dunk is incredible and may not have been Top 5 for the night.
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4. Zach LaVine is ridiculous.
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5. HOW DID HE EVEN DUNK FROM THIS POSITION?!
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6. WHAT?!
7. OKAY WE’LL ADMIT IT, WE’RE STILL NOT OVER THIS.
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