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“I got hooked up with the NBA Nation and the next thing I knew I was judging the Sprite Slam Dunk Showdown. They needed somebody who can travel on the weekends and go up to eight different cities.”

Quote by Darryl Dawkins

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Darryl Dawkins, born on January 11, 1957 and passed away on August 27, 2015, was an American professional basketball player. Known for his unique dunking skills and towering height, he played for the New York Knicks in the NBA. Dawkins was a key player for the Knicks and won the NBA Slam Dunk Contest in 1983, becoming a legendary figure in the sport. more

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