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Watch: Throwback to when Michael Jordan dominated the dunk contest, including his iconic slam from the free-throw line, 35 years ago today
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Bleacher Report - 28 years ago today, Michael Jordan took down Dominique Wilkins in the 1988 NBA Slam Dunk contest. | Facebook
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The Sporting News Archives on Twitter: "On this day in 1988, Michael Jordan made his iconic dunk during the Slam Dunk Contest. https://t.co/eqmnGjuyDP" / Twitter
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A look back at Michael Jordan's controversial win in the 1988 Slam Dunk Contest - Sports Illustrated Chicago Bulls News, Analysis and More
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Ballislife.com on Twitter: "Michael Jordan won the 1988 NBA Dunk Contest 35 years ago today. He also did a few other things that season 🐐 https://t.co/5sdQD2XsE3" / Twitter
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