The 1988 Dunk Contest. Michael Jordan vs Dominique Wilkins. The greatest and most iconic superstar showdown in @NBA All-Star history. Two true competitors at their very best.

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Despite the miscue, MJ earned a 50 on his dunk and beat Wilkins to win the competition. "Dr. J" gave Mike props for his version of the dunk. "He did a little Jordan-esque thing to it and jammed it in.

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

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By 1988, Michael Jordan and Dominique Wilkins had already established themselves as the premier dunkers in the NBA. Nique had already won the 1985 contest, defeating "His Airness" in the final round.