Dominique Wilkins' 1986 Playoff Dunks
The Human Highlight Film: Dominique Wilkins, Hawks legend and Hall of Famer.
Dominique Wilkins, known as 'The Human Highlight Film,' is a nine-time NBA All-Star and seven-time All-NBA Team member who played primarily for the Atlanta Hawks. He led the Hawks in most seasons (12), games (882), minutes (32,545), points (23,292), and points per game (26.4).
Quick Facts
- Player
- Dominique Wilkins
- Team
- Atlanta Hawks
- Role
- Small Forward
- Nickname
- The Human Highlight Film
- Status
- Hall of Famer (2006)
- Key achievement
- NBA Slam Dunk Contest Champion
Lore & Background
Wilkins was traded to the Atlanta Hawks by the Utah Jazz after being selected third overall in the 1982 NBA draft. He led the NBA in scoring in the 1985–86 season and won two NBA Slam Dunk contests (1985 and 1990). His nickname was coined for his athletic ability and highlight reel dunks.
Reader's Guide
Wilkins' tenure with the Hawks ended in February 1994 when he was traded to the Los Angeles Clippers. He also played for the Boston Celtics, Panathinaikos (winning the FIBA European League and Greek Cup), Fortitudo Bologna, San Antonio Spurs, and Orlando Magic before retiring in 1999.
Did You Know?
- Wilkins scored 57 points in a game during the 1985–86 season.
- He won gold with the U.S. national team at the 1994 FIBA World Championship.
- His brother Gerald Wilkins also played in the NBA, mainly for the New York Knicks.
- Wilkins was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 2006.
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