Pitting Michael Jordan Against 8x NBA All-Star, Kevin Garnett Drops Bulls Legend’s ‘Best Friend’ in a Pickle of Uncertainty

In a captivating episode of his show “KG Certified,” Kevin Garnett raised an intriguing question to a Chicago Bulls legend. The video featured Garnett inquiring about who would emerge victorious in a dunk contest between Michael Jordan and an 8x NBA all-star. Drawing on his firsthand experience of playing alongside both contenders, Oakley delivered a profoundly insightful response.

The engaging exchange showcases Garnett’s passion for the game and his desire to ignite discussion among fans. Eager to involve his million followers in the debate, Big Ticket shared the thought-provoking video on his social media account.

Michael Jordan vs. Vince Carter in a dunk contest

Charles Oakley played twice with the Bulls, but notably from 1985 – 1988. While this was before their dominant run began, he did get to witness Jordan’s nascent years in the league. Kevin Garnett asked Oakley a question during his podcast. The iconic response was shared by KG on his social media account. 

Garnett asks “In a dunk contest between Michael Jordan and Vince Carter. Who wins the dunk contest?”

Oakley playing with both the stars was the reason why Garnett asked him this question. “You have seen both of the guys practice,” explained Garnett. After all, Oakley also spent a few seasons at the turn of the century playing alongside VC. 

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So, Oakley indirectly picked Michael Jordan by saying he has never seen Vince Carter dunk from the free-throw line. But this was proven wrong as Garnett recounted that he did that in 2000 in Oakland.

Oakley in response says, “they got so much similarities for dunking,” with regard to their athletic ability. 

Oakley added some interesting context, saying that Michael Jordan and Vince Carter weren’t just phenomenal dunkers in the dunk contest but also in regular games.

He considered himself lucky that, despite spending a lot of time in the paint over the course of his career, he’s only been dunked on twice.

Dunk contest dominance: Jordan and Carter’s legendary performances

Earning the nicknames Air Jordan and His Airness required Michael Jordan to showcase his extraordinary leaping ability.

He did so in spectacular fashion, by executing dunks from the free-throw line in 1988. With two Slam Dunk Contest victories under his belt, the iconic Chicago Bulls legend firmly established himself as one of the greatest dunkers of all time.

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Vince Carter, also known as Air Canada claimed one Slam Dunk Contest championship during his illustrious career.

His iconic performance in 2000, held in Oakland, remains etched in basketball history. Carter’s legendary display included a jaw-dropping 360-degree, windmill jam that secured his well-deserved victory

This momentous achievement further solidified his reputation as one of the most electrifying dunkers the game has ever seen.