NBA - 1987

February 7, 1987
Season 1 - Episode 5: NBA - 1987

Season 1 - Episode 5: NBA - 1987

NBA All-Star Slam Dunk Contest - Backdrop

Overview

1987: Michael Jordan – Jordan was injured in 1986, but he returned one year later to take home the crown and show everyone why he was nicknamed "Air Jordan." He capped his performance with a jump from the free-throw line, a dunk made famous years earlier by Dr. J. This time, it was Wilkins who was out because of injury. But the two would meet again in 1988 ...

Episode Information

TV Show

NBA All-Star Slam Dunk Contest

Season

Season 1

Episode Number

5

Air Date

February 7, 1987