Michael Jordan later admitted that the judges may have been unfair to Dominique Wilkins during their legendary showdown at the 1988 NBA Slam Dunk Contest. The event, held in Chicago—Jordan’s home turf ...

It had been three years since Michael Jordan and Dominique Wilkins squared off in the All-Star Slam Dunk Contest. In the first matchup of the high-flying duo in 1985, Dominique edged out the Bulls ...

They won two slam dunk titles apiece and scoring titles — although Jordan won 10 again to Wilkins' one. Jordan also formed a dynasty in Chicago, winning six championships and six Finals MVP awards.

Michael Jordan acknowledged home-court advantage against Wilkins in the 1988 Dunk Contest: “When you get home, you’re supposed to win” ...

Michael Jordan won his second straight dunk contest in 1988 on his home court in Chicago. He defeated Dominique Wilkins, who many feel was robbed on his final score when judges gave him a 45 for ...

Michael Jordan won his second straight dunk contest in 1988 on his home court in Chicago. He defeated Dominique Wilkins, who many feel was robbed on his final score when judges gave him a 45 for ...