Imagine you grew up in Akron. You became a very good college player and had six years in the NBA. You were one of the most celebrated players at your alma mater. And you were very good, good enough to be a first-round draft pick.
Even so, even after all of that, you are remembered for one particular play.
And if you’re Jerome Lane, it’s a phenomenal dunk.
In 1988, Pitt was a very talented but occasionally frustrating team. The Panthers were coached by Paul Evans, who discovered David Robinson while at Navy.