NBA History: 23 years ago today, a rookie Kobe Bryant won the NBA Dunk Contest (VIDEO)

By TalkBasket.net Feb 8, 2020 6:45 PM GMT 1 min read

On February 8, 1997, a rookie Kobe Bryant took part in the NBA Dunk Contest. He beat Chris Carr, Michael Finley, Ray Allen, Bob Sura and Darvin Ham to win the title. Kobe was serious about everything he did.

23 years ago today, a rookie Kobe Bryant brought his swagger to the Dunk Contest 😤 pic.twitter.com/Damtw8KCUk
— NBA on ESPN (@ESPNNBA) February 8, 2020

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