1986 — Atlanta’s Spud Webb, at 5-foot-7, wins NBA Slam Dunk competition. Webb receives a perfect 50 from the judges in the last two rounds to shock defending dunk champion Dominique Wilkins and the ...
Spud Webb is renowned for being one of the shortest players in the history of the NBA. Standing at just 5'7" he shattered the stereotype that height is a prerequisite for success in basketball.
The game was highlighted by singers Justin Timberlake and Jamie Foxx, as well as basketball legends Sue Bird, Spud Webb and Moses Malones ... been some undeserving winners over the years.