[TXmjLW9b]

This year the NBA dunk contest will feature...

Nate Robinson...New York Knicks
Gerald Green...Boston Celtics
Tyrus Thomas...Chicago Bulls
Dwight Howard...Orlando Magic

Sounds pretty good, but big men dont usually do that well...so i think Gerald Green will take it.

[loolitoertego]

Nate Robinson has it in the bank

[Pasy]

I demand a Sabu Triple Leg thingy dunk.

[arindiruppyr]

Im suprised Iguodala isnt in it again to try to get some revenge on last years great final.

I'm pulling for Nate Robinson (go Knicks!) to keep his crown. I'd love to see what he pulls this time.

[viiagrag]

Nate Robinson has it in the bank

what about dwight?

[Vjwkvkoy]

theres only 4 people? WHERES MARION OR STOUDEMIRE?

[Nikkytas]

im goin with nate robinson definitly

[kiosokkn]

theres only 4 people? WHERES MARION OR STOUDEMIRE?

Well usually they let the younger guys go at this, and last time Stoudemire was in it, Steve Nash overshadowed him and he didnt even dunk.

[WaydayTew]

Let's go Gerald Green. go actually win something for the Celtics this year hehe.

[zibTefapparia]

Iguodala was the first guy the NBA approached and he said No. He said that he felt cheated after last season's contest and wanted nothing to do with it this year.

Gerald Green will probably be the favortie. I remember when he participated in the McDonald's All-American dunk contest when he was a high school senior. He got some ooohhs and ahhhs then. I'll be interested to see what he comes up with.

[Serereids]

Tyrus Thomas just made himself look like a jackass.

The Chicago Bulls fined forward Tyrus Thomas $10,000 on Tuesday, one day after the rookie said he only was interested in the prize money at the NBA's slam dunk contest.

Thomas was quoted in Tuesday's editions of the Chicago Tribune as saying: "I'm just going to go out there, get my check and call it a day."

When asked if being around some of the game's greats could be beneficial for a rookie, he responded, "I'm just into the free money. That's it. I'll just do whatever when I get out there."

http://sports.espn.go.com/nba/news/story?id=2756552 How can the NBA allow him to compete in this competition after saying this shit? He just spat in the face of all previous dunk contestants. If he is only in it for the money, then kick him out and let someone else take his spot. This is a disgrace.

[FYIbiatches]

They may replace him but then that replacement guy would feel like hot damn you didn't think i was good enough the first time? Anyway im going with Nate because he's from Seattle

[hiedeemom]

Tyrus Thomas just made himself look like a jackass.



How can the NBA allow him to compete in this competition after saying this shit? He just spat in the face of all previous dunk contestants. If he is only in it for the money, then kick him out and let someone else take his spot. This is a disgrace.

It doesn't offend me one bit. You think these guys particpate in these gimmick events for the fans? for the crowd? Yeah, sure they do. I can almost gurantee you that about 80% of the players that participate in the skills competition, or the 3 point shootout or the dunk contest are just in it for the money.

Is it the "RIGHT" thing to say? Probably not. Everyone's opinion is different, but personally I won't rip the guy for being honest.

[viagsjicguara]

It doesn't offend me one bit. You think these guys particpate in these gimmick events for the fans? for the crowd? Yeah, sure they do. I can almost gurantee you that about 80% of the players that participate in the skills competition, or the 3 point shootout or the dunk contest are just in it for the money.

Is it the "RIGHT" thing to say? Probably not. Everyone's opinion is different, but personally I won't rip the guy for being honest.

YOu may be right, but i think this damaged his character. You want players that apreciate being in the league, and know that its a privilege to be in the league. This is somewhat disrespectful to the league. And it looks like he may be replaced after all.

The NBA is looking to remove Chicago Bulls rookie Tyrus Thomas from the all-star slam-dunk competition and replace him, a prominent agent has told us. Thomas was fined $10,000 by the league after telling reporters he didn't really care about going for anything but the money. Thomas said he was "going out there, get my check and call it a day." "The league is looking to replace him," the agent said. Orlando Sentinel

[picinaRefadia]

Jesus... why dont they bring in Joey Graham from the Raptors.. I'm sure he could put on a awesome show.

But as for right now, I cannot wait to see what Gerald Green has up his sleeve. Should be awesome. It's my favorite part of any all star celebration in any sport.

[MauroDarudo]

Jesus... why dont they bring in Joey Graham from the Raptors.. I'm sure he could put on a awesome show.

But as for right now, I cannot wait to see what Gerald Green has up his sleeve. Should be awesome. It's my favorite part of any all star celebration in any sport.

yeah i would rather watch dunk/3 point contest then the actual all-star game...but thats just me.

[sztc38tg]

yeah i would rather watch dunk/3 point contest then the actual all-star game...but thats just me.

Totally agree. Well everyone knows the NBA all-star game is a joke.

The 3 point contest can be really good because if u get a couple high scores and u have player trying to match it to advance. I love that.

I think Tyrus Thomas will win. If Nate wins, it will prove its FIXED!

[LICraig]

I've always wondered how come the bigger names don't ge involved anymore?

Vince Carter, Kobe Bryant, T-Mac, James, Melo, etc.?

[juidizHusw]

I've always wondered how come the bigger names don't ge involved anymore?

Vince Carter, Kobe Bryant, T-Mac, James, Melo, etc.?

Well the sad thing is they need to boost the winnings to say 100kish then I'm sure u will see the big stars be willing to do it.

[Almolfuncomma]

Well the sad thing is they need to boost the winnings to say 100kish then I'm sure u will see the big stars be willing to do it.

Yea, thats pretty much it. IMO the dunk contest is just for younger players trying to get respect or their reputation, or money. lol The "Brand-Name" players, if you will, dont want to risk getting injured or something like that.