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re: Shaq (LSU era) jumps over defender's head to dunk (YouTube)

Posted on 7/25/08 at 6:50 pm to
Posted by TigerBite
Dallas
Member since Feb 2004
2535 posts
Posted on 7/25/08 at 6:50 pm to
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Now if someone can only find the Glover Jackson dunk from I think 95, then I will be impressed, you had to be there, but I swear he jumped from the 3pt line forward, then twisted to lay on his back as he glided toward the rim. Easily the best dunk ever in the PMAC


I was there for the Glover Jackson dunk, but it just can't compare to Vernel Singleton's against I want to say Arkansas St. Vernel came down the right wing on a break, got the ball and took off from what seemed like two steps outside the lane. While he was in the air a defender stepped in front of him. Vernel's thigh hit the defenders head and shoulders causing him to go perfectly horizontal to the floor as he continued to the rim. He slammed leaning more sideways than Jordan could ever manage and then proceeded to land on his feet. The refs incorrectly called it a charge but it didn't really matter. The PMAC was buzzing for about 10 minutes....longer than the buzz from the Shaq dunk shown above. I was there for that one too...I think they were actually the same year. Singleton's dunk was plastered on ESPN's plays of the week. Wish I still had the video. Of all the games and moments I have been present for in the PMAC, I have never seen the crowd so awestruck.
Posted by King Joey
Just south of the DC/US border
Member since Mar 2004
12503 posts
Posted on 7/25/08 at 7:33 pm to
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Vernel Singleton's against I want to say Arkansas St.
I didn't see Glover Jackson's, but I remember the one you're talking about. Vernel was flying so long the guy actually ran in front of him and took position for a beat before Vernel got there, all while he was in the air and still went on to reach the rim. It was bizarre.

Vernel just might be the greatest leaper that LSU's ever had. Not nearly the talent of Tyrus, but might have been a better jumper.

Posted by BigJake
Baton rouge
Member since Jan 2006
1534 posts
Posted on 7/25/08 at 7:37 pm to
was there for singleton's dunk. It was the sickest dunk i have ever seen in person. It took a minute for the crowd to react it was so crazy looking. His feet were above his head!
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