Harrison Barnes hopes to participate in NBA slam dunk contest

Posted Sep 28, 2013
Harrison Barnes had more than his fair share of amazing slam dunk highlights during his rookie season with the Golden State Warriors. It’s rare that we get the best in-game dunkers wanting to participate in All-Star weekend’s slam dunk contest, but if Barnes has his way, we may be in for something special. (NBC Sports)

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