This day in history: Michael Jordan’s legendary free-throw line dunk

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It is one of the most iconic moments in basketball history.

27 years ago Thursday, Michael Jordan lifted off from the free throw line and handily won the 1988 dunk contest. Let us revel in its glory:

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