Published 11:55 IST, February 17th 2020
Dwight Howard honours Kobe Bryant during 2020 Slam Dunk Contest
LA Lakers' Dwight Howard honoured the late-Kobe Bryant during the 2020 Slam Dunk contest. Howard brought back his Superman dunk with '24' on his chest.
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Los Angeles Lakers veteran Dwight Howard houred Lakers legend Kobe Bryant during 2020 Slam Dunk contest. Entering contest for first time since 2008, Dwight Howard brought his signature Superman dunk to contest while donning Bryant's . 24. Kobe Bryant, along with his daughter Gianna and seven ors, were killed in a tragic helicopter crash on January 26.
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Dwight Howard Kobe Bryant tribute: Superman dunk for Bryant
Dwight Howard, who played with Kobe Bryant during 2012-13 season, houred 41-year-old during Slam Dunk contest. During second round of contest, Howard ditched his Lakers jersey. He revealed a jersey that h . 24 embossed on red and yellow Superman logo. Howard went on to perform his iconic Superman dunk for fans to cherish at United Center, Chicago.
Dwight Howard also opted for a pair of Kobe Bryant's signature shoes for Slam Dunk contest.
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Dwight Howard Dunk Contest: First Dunk
Unfortunately for Howard, 34-year-old was eliminated after second round after being placed fourth in contest. He completed a 360 reverse twist for his first before bringing his cape out for second round.
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After contest, it was reported that Dwight Howard h initially planned on having Kobe Bryant bring him Superman cape, with latter also agreeing to do it. However, former NBA player Jameer Nelson ended up handing over cape to Howard.
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NBA All-Star 2020 Live: Results
Miami Heat star Derrick Jones Jr. saw off a stern challenge from Orlando Magic's Aaron Gordon to win 2020 Slam Dunk Contest. Heat's Bam ebayo won Skills Challenge while Sacramento Kings' Buddy Hield won 3-Point Challenge. All-Star game saw Team LeBron come from behind to register an impressive win over Team Giannis.
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11:55 IST, February 17th 2020