Mar 13, 2022; Brooklyn, New York, USA; New York Knicks forward Jericho Sims (45) dunks against the Brooklyn Nets in the second quarter at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-USA TODAY Sports
There’s a lot of hype surrounding New York Knicks backup center Jericho Sims’ participation in this year’s NBA Slam Dunk contest. After all, he’s the betting favorite to win the event.
Detroit Pistons’ top rookie Jaden Ivey agrees. Sims is his choice to succeed Obi Toppin as the Slam Dunk champion. If this holds true, Sims will become the fourth Knicks player to win the event after Toppin, Nate Robinson (2006, 2009, 2010) and Kenny Walker (1989)
One of Sims’ competition for the crown is the 6-foot-2 Mac McLung who became a viral sensation during his high school years for his insane dunks.