Stay up-to-date with the latest and best audio content from CBC Listen delivered to your inbox every two weeks. Spud Webb 5ft 7in (170 cm) Like his vertically deficient mates, Spud made up for his shortage through sheer skill and energy. Nevertheless, that hasn’t stopped him from doing spectacular dunks including one jumping over the 5’7” Spud Webb. A year-by-year look at the NBA slam dunk contest winners since the event’s inception in 1986: NBA All-Star Slam Dunk Contest. Michael Anthony Jerome "Spud" Webb (born July 13, 1963) is an American former professional basketball player. Alongside football and baseball trivia questions, NBA trivia is part of the holy trinity of sports trivia questions. Get the latest NBA, NBA D-League and WNBA news directly from the NBA Communications Group at pr.nba.com. Il mesure 1,98 m et a principalement joué arrière, mais a parfois joué ailier plus tard dans sa carrière. Vincent Carter dit Vince Carter, né le 26 janvier 1977 à Daytona Beach en Floride, est un joueur américain de basket-ball qui a joué 22 saisons dans la National Basketball Association (NBA). Much like Nate Robinson, Spud Webb is best remembered for his crazy dunking ability. Radio One and CBC Music. From 1985 to 2006, the average height of players in the NBA was roughly 6’7”, and the two most towering players in NBA history are Romania’s Gheorghe Muresan and Sudan’s Manute Bol, who both measure a staggering 7’7”. Image Source Traditionally, basketball is a game for tall people. Nevertheless, that hasn’t stopped him from doing spectacular dunks including one jumping over the 5’7” Spud Webb. Source Think about that for a minute: one of the shortest players in NBA history won the slam dunk contest. He is fondly remembered as a ‘satellite who could practically leap into orbit’. Still, the world is full of rule-breakers who challenge conventions. Still, the world is full of rule-breakers who challenge conventions. Spud Webb – 5-foot-6 Spud Webb of the Atlanta Hawks | Tim Defrisco/Getty Images. On February 8, 1986, Spud Webb, who at 5’7” was one of the shortest players in the history of professional basketball, wins the NBA slam dunk contest… Spud Webb – 5-foot-6 Spud Webb of the Atlanta Hawks | Tim Defrisco/Getty Images. Alongside football and baseball trivia questions, NBA trivia is part of the holy trinity of sports trivia questions. Because so many people love sports with a fanatic passion, trivia about sporting events makes for some of the best ice breaker questions around. He is fondly remembered as a ‘satellite who could practically leap into orbit’. Webb, who played in the National Basketball Association (NBA), is known for winning a Slam Dunk Contest despite being one of the shortest players in NBA history, being listed at 5 ft 6 in (1.68 m) tall. Stay up-to-date with the latest and best audio content from CBC Listen delivered to your inbox every two weeks. We would like to show you a description here but the site won’t allow us. Spud Webb – 5-foot-6 Spud Webb of the Atlanta Hawks | Tim Defrisco/Getty Images. Spud is famous for winning the NBA slam dunk contest in 1986. He is fondly remembered as a ‘satellite who could practically leap into orbit’. In keeping with the trend of the Hawks boasting great dunkers on their team, Spud Webb is another member of Hawks lore, winning the contest at a height of five feet and seven inches tall. Guards die besten Chancen, da sie über die beste Kombination aus Athletik und Körperbeherrschung verfügen, doch Körpergröße ist nicht alles: Der nur 1,70 Meter große Spud Webb gewann 1986 den Slam Dunk Contest, und der nur fünf Zentimeter größere Nate Robinson gewann ihn sogar dreimal. Other Hawks greats have included one of the greatest shot blockers of all-time in Dikembe Mutombo and scoring great Bob Pettit. Donovan Mitchell Jr, né le 7 septembre 1996 à Elmsford dans l'État de New York, est un joueur de basket-ball américain qui évolue aux postes de meneur et d'arrière.Après deux saisons à l'université de Louisville, il est sélectionné en treizième position lors de la draft 2017 de la NBA.Il joue actuellement pour l'équipe du Jazz de l'Utah évoluant en NBA. Nel 1986 fu un altro giocatore degli Hawks, il piccolo Spud Webb , a vincere Slam Dunk Contest, mentre Mike Fratello vinse il premio di Coach of the Year . Webb, who played in the National Basketball Association (NBA), is known for winning a Slam Dunk Contest despite being one of the shortest players in NBA history, being listed at 5 ft 6 in (1.68 m) tall. Other Hawks greats have included one of the greatest shot blockers of all-time in Dikembe Mutombo and scoring great Bob Pettit. I'm as confused as you are -- sure he was a good athlete (was in the '93 dunk contest), but he was also an unheralded rookie in the 1991-92 season, meaning he never even played in the NBA before this game came out. One of his most exciting dunks was a high-flying dunk over former Slam Dunk Contest winner, 5'7" Spud Webb. On February 8, 1986, Spud Webb, who at 5’7” was one of the shortest players in the history of professional basketball, wins the NBA slam dunk contest… He went undrafted in 1990, played in Spain for a year, then joined the Jazz. It doesn't have to be March to find yourself mad for NBA trivia! The 2006 Slam Dunk Contest was also the first Dunk Contest in history to have a "Dunk Off", the equivalent to a Dunk Contest overtime, between Knicks point guard Nate Robinson and shooting guard Andre Iguodala of the Philadelphia 76ers . Charles Barkley’s plan for the Hawks to fill in for Trae Young’s Game 4 absence came with a pretty big flaw. In keeping with the trend of the Hawks boasting great dunkers on their team, Spud Webb is another member of Hawks lore, winning the contest at a height of five feet and seven inches tall. We would like to show you a description here but the site won’t allow us. Donovan Mitchell Jr, né le 7 septembre 1996 à Elmsford dans l'État de New York, est un joueur de basket-ball américain qui évolue aux postes de meneur et d'arrière.Après deux saisons à l'université de Louisville, il est sélectionné en treizième position lors de la draft 2017 de la NBA.Il joue actuellement pour l'équipe du Jazz de l'Utah évoluant en NBA. From 1985 to 2006, the average height of players in the NBA was roughly 6’7”, and the two most towering players in NBA history are Romania’s Gheorghe Muresan and Sudan’s Manute Bol, who both measure a staggering 7’7”. It doesn't have to be March to find yourself mad for NBA trivia! From 1985 to 2006, the average height of players in the NBA was roughly 6’7”, and the two most towering players in NBA history are Romania’s Gheorghe Muresan and Sudan’s Manute Bol, who both measure a staggering 7’7”. Vincent Carter dit Vince Carter, né le 26 janvier 1977 à Daytona Beach en Floride, est un joueur américain de basket-ball qui a joué 22 saisons dans la National Basketball Association (NBA). Nel 1986 fu un altro giocatore degli Hawks, il piccolo Spud Webb , a vincere Slam Dunk Contest, mentre Mike Fratello vinse il premio di Coach of the Year . Radio One and CBC Music. In keeping with the trend of the Hawks boasting great dunkers on their team, Spud Webb is another member of Hawks lore, winning the contest at a height of five feet and seven inches tall. Stay up-to-date with the latest and best audio content from CBC Listen delivered to your inbox every two weeks. Guards die besten Chancen, da sie über die beste Kombination aus Athletik und Körperbeherrschung verfügen, doch Körpergröße ist nicht alles: Der nur 1,70 Meter große Spud Webb gewann 1986 den Slam Dunk Contest, und der nur fünf Zentimeter größere Nate Robinson gewann ihn sogar dreimal. He went undrafted in 1990, played in Spain for a year, then joined the Jazz. Other Hawks greats have included one of the greatest shot blockers of all-time in Dikembe Mutombo and scoring great Bob Pettit. Spud Webb wins dunk contest. With his 43.5 inch vertical leap, Nate Robinson is the only player to have secured 3 NBA Slam Dunk Championships. In keeping with the trend of the Hawks boasting great dunkers on their team, Spud Webb is another member of Hawks lore, winning the contest at a height of five feet and seven inches tall. Webb, who played in the National Basketball Association (NBA), is known for winning a Slam Dunk Contest despite being one of the shortest players in NBA history, being listed at 5 ft 6 in (1.68 m) tall. Get the latest NBA, NBA D-League and WNBA news directly from the NBA Communications Group at pr.nba.com. Guards die besten Chancen, da sie über die beste Kombination aus Athletik und Körperbeherrschung verfügen, doch Körpergröße ist nicht alles: Der nur 1,70 Meter große Spud Webb gewann 1986 den Slam Dunk Contest, und der nur fünf Zentimeter größere Nate Robinson gewann ihn sogar dreimal. Because so many people love sports with a fanatic passion, trivia about sporting events makes for some of the best ice breaker questions around. Charles Barkley’s plan for the Hawks to fill in for Trae Young’s Game 4 absence came with a pretty big flaw. Webb was drafted in the fourth round in 1985, playing his rookie season with the Atlanta Hawks and averaging 7.8 points in 15.6 minutes per game. With his 43.5 inch vertical leap, Nate Robinson is the only player to have secured 3 NBA Slam Dunk Championships. The 2006 Slam Dunk Contest was also the first Dunk Contest in history to have a "Dunk Off", the equivalent to a Dunk Contest overtime, between Knicks point guard Nate Robinson and shooting guard Andre Iguodala of the Philadelphia 76ers . Image Source Traditionally, basketball is a game for tall people. ... 1986 | Spud Webb (Hawks) | Dallas. Other Hawks greats have included one of the greatest shot blockers of all-time in Dikembe Mutombo and scoring great Bob Pettit. Image Source Traditionally, basketball is a game for tall people. Michael Anthony Jerome "Spud" Webb (born July 13, 1963) is an American former professional basketball player. Webb was drafted in the fourth round in 1985, playing his rookie season with the Atlanta Hawks and averaging 7.8 points in 15.6 minutes per game. Il mesure 1,98 m et a principalement joué arrière, mais a parfois joué ailier plus tard dans sa carrière. Michael Anthony Jerome "Spud" Webb (born July 13, 1963) is an American former professional basketball player. In keeping with the trend of the Hawks boasting great dunkers on their team, Spud Webb is another member of Hawks lore, winning the contest at a height of five feet and seven inches tall. Donovan Mitchell Jr, né le 7 septembre 1996 à Elmsford dans l'État de New York, est un joueur de basket-ball américain qui évolue aux postes de meneur et d'arrière.Après deux saisons à l'université de Louisville, il est sélectionné en treizième position lors de la draft 2017 de la NBA.Il joue actuellement pour l'équipe du Jazz de l'Utah évoluant en NBA. ... 1986 | Spud Webb (Hawks) | Dallas. Webb was drafted in the fourth round in 1985, playing his rookie season with the Atlanta Hawks and averaging 7.8 points in 15.6 minutes per game. Other Hawks greats have included one of the greatest shot blockers of all-time in Dikembe Mutombo and scoring great Bob Pettit. Much like Nate Robinson, Spud Webb is best remembered for his crazy dunking ability. A year-by-year look at the NBA slam dunk contest winners since the event’s inception in 1986: NBA All-Star Slam Dunk Contest. Source Think about that for a minute: one of the shortest players in NBA history won the slam dunk contest. I'm as confused as you are -- sure he was a good athlete (was in the '93 dunk contest), but he was also an unheralded rookie in the 1991-92 season, meaning he never even played in the NBA before this game came out. He went undrafted in 1990, played in Spain for a year, then joined the Jazz. Spud Webb 5ft 7in (170 cm) Like his vertically deficient mates, Spud made up for his shortage through sheer skill and energy. 3. At 5’9”, is just half a foot taller than Bogues but still under the 6 foot mark. Still, the world is full of rule-breakers who challenge conventions. Durante questo periodo Wilkins vinse lo Slam Dunk Contest nel 1985 e nel 1990, ingaggiando una iconica rivalità con Michael Jordan. Radio One and CBC Music. Get the latest NBA, NBA D-League and WNBA news directly from the NBA Communications Group at pr.nba.com. Standing just 5-foot-7, the Atlanta Hawks' Spud Webb shocked the world by beating teammate Dominique Wilkins to win the 1986 NBA Slam Dunk Contest. Durante questo periodo Wilkins vinse lo Slam Dunk Contest nel 1985 e nel 1990, ingaggiando una iconica rivalità con Michael Jordan. One of his most exciting dunks was a high-flying dunk over former Slam Dunk Contest winner, 5'7" Spud Webb. Il mesure 1,98 m et a principalement joué arrière, mais a parfois joué ailier plus tard dans sa carrière. Durante questo periodo Wilkins vinse lo Slam Dunk Contest nel 1985 e nel 1990, ingaggiando una iconica rivalità con Michael Jordan. Standing just 5-foot-7, the Atlanta Hawks' Spud Webb shocked the world by beating teammate Dominique Wilkins to win the 1986 NBA Slam Dunk Contest. I'm as confused as you are -- sure he was a good athlete (was in the '93 dunk contest), but he was also an unheralded rookie in the 1991-92 season, meaning he never even played in the NBA before this game came out. 3. Spud Webb wins dunk contest. Alongside football and baseball trivia questions, NBA trivia is part of the holy trinity of sports trivia questions. In keeping with the trend of the Hawks boasting great dunkers on their team, Spud Webb is another member of Hawks lore, winning the contest at a height of five feet and seven inches tall. ... 1986 | Spud Webb (Hawks) | Dallas. At 5’9”, is just half a foot taller than Bogues but still under the 6 foot mark. Much like Nate Robinson, Spud Webb is best remembered for his crazy dunking ability. Source Think about that for a minute: one of the shortest players in NBA history won the slam dunk contest. Standing just 5-foot-7, the Atlanta Hawks' Spud Webb shocked the world by beating teammate Dominique Wilkins to win the 1986 NBA Slam Dunk Contest. Spud Webb 5ft 7in (170 cm) Like his vertically deficient mates, Spud made up for his shortage through sheer skill and energy. A year-by-year look at the NBA slam dunk contest winners since the event’s inception in 1986: NBA All-Star Slam Dunk Contest. Spud is famous for winning the NBA slam dunk contest in 1986. Other Hawks greats have included one of the greatest shot blockers of all-time in Dikembe Mutombo and scoring great Bob Pettit. Vincent Carter dit Vince Carter, né le 26 janvier 1977 à Daytona Beach en Floride, est un joueur américain de basket-ball qui a joué 22 saisons dans la National Basketball Association (NBA). 3. At 5’9”, is just half a foot taller than Bogues but still under the 6 foot mark. Because so many people love sports with a fanatic passion, trivia about sporting events makes for some of the best ice breaker questions around. The 2006 Slam Dunk Contest was also the first Dunk Contest in history to have a "Dunk Off", the equivalent to a Dunk Contest overtime, between Knicks point guard Nate Robinson and shooting guard Andre Iguodala of the Philadelphia 76ers . Spud Webb wins dunk contest. Nevertheless, that hasn’t stopped him from doing spectacular dunks including one jumping over the 5’7” Spud Webb. Spud is famous for winning the NBA slam dunk contest in 1986. It doesn't have to be March to find yourself mad for NBA trivia! One of his most exciting dunks was a high-flying dunk over former Slam Dunk Contest winner, 5'7" Spud Webb. Nel 1986 fu un altro giocatore degli Hawks, il piccolo Spud Webb , a vincere Slam Dunk Contest, mentre Mike Fratello vinse il premio di Coach of the Year . On February 8, 1986, Spud Webb, who at 5’7” was one of the shortest players in the history of professional basketball, wins the NBA slam dunk contest… Charles Barkley’s plan for the Hawks to fill in for Trae Young’s Game 4 absence came with a pretty big flaw. With his 43.5 inch vertical leap, Nate Robinson is the only player to have secured 3 NBA Slam Dunk Championships. We would like to show you a description here but the site won’t allow us.