"I mean, come on, Jordan was in the dunk contest—that's the greatest of all time. Kobe was in it, too. These are the guys ...

It was at the league's fiftieth anniversary celebration that Kobe Bryant first served notice, capturing the weekend's showcase event with an array of exciting jams.

Few All-Star events in any sport thrill as much as the Slam Dunk Contest. The event features ... greats from Michael Jordan to Vince Carter to Kobe Bryant have participated in and won the event.