After scoring 31 points in the Rookie Challenge, 18-year-old Lakers rookie Kobe Bryant claims the 1997 NBA Slam Dunk Contest title. ...more

On Feb. 8, 1997, Kobe Bryant won the NBA slam dunk contest as a rookie.

Nov 2, 2025 · Kobe Bryant fulfilled his childhood dream by winning the Slam Dunk Contest in Cleveland during his rookie season.

Kobe Bryant becomes the youngest Slam Dunk Champion ever as he dominated the rest of the field. The Lakers defeated the Heat, 130-120. The Lakers move to 5-2 while the Heat fall to 3 …

Kobe Bryant Slam Dunk Contest Rookie Victory Witness Kobe Bryant's epic victory in the slam dunk contest as a rookie, showcasing his incredible talent on the court.

Feb 17, 2022 · Bryant punctuated that formative weekend with an audacious between-the-legs windmill dunk that left the crowd in awe and had Bryant flexing and strutting toward his new …

During the All-Star weekend, Bryant participated in the Rookie Challenge and won the 1997 Slam Dunk Contest, becoming the youngest dunk champion ever at the age of 18.

Round 1 (Overall Score: 37.0) First Dunk: 0:09 Second Dunk: 0:24 Third Dunk: 0:45 Round 2 First Dunk (Score: 49): 1:50 Second Dunk (35.5): 3:22 Post Contest Interview: 5:19 February 8, …

Jul 19, 2023 · Here's an even better gem: 1997 Dunk Contest in one of Magic's All Star Games, ft Kobe and Tmac. Contestants: Kobe, Tmac, Penny Hardaway, Starbury, Ray Allen, Michael …

Jun 11, 2024 · In 1997, Kobe Bryant won the NBA All-Star Dunk Contest as a rookie. However, the fact that young Mamba didn’t even have to use his best dunk to win the contest is more …