Shaedon Sharpe, the 1.96-meter-tall Canadian guard for the Portland Trail Blazers, has made a dunk that’s being hailed by Sports Illustrated as “the dunk of the year in the NBA and one of the best in history.” The Blazers have even gone so far as to call it “the best in the history of the universe.”
It happened at the beginning of the second quarter of their match against the Washington Wizards. Sharpe, the 21-year-old number 7 pick from the 2022 draft, intercepted a pass from Justin Champagnie, dribbled, and then took off from the ground to slam the ball into the opposing team’s hoop. The crowd went wild, and it’s easy to see why – this was a truly impressive display of athleticism.
As the play unfolded, it was clear that Sharpe was on a mission. He moved with a speed and agility that left the Wizards’ defenders struggling to keep up. And when he finally launched himself into the air, it was like time stood still. The ball seemed to hang suspended for a moment, and then it was through the hoop, sending the crowd into raptures.
The Blazers ultimately won the game 121-129, with Sharpe scoring a career-high 36 points, along with 8 rebounds and 5 assists. This season, he’s been averaging 16.9 points, 3.7 rebounds, and 2.5 assists per game, making him a key player for the team. But it’s moments like this dunk that really showcase his skill and talent.
With his impressive performance, Sharpe is certainly making a name for himself in the NBA. And who knows – maybe this dunk will go down in history as one of the greatest of all time. Only time will tell, but for now, it’s definitely a moment to remember.
Shaedon Sharpe’s dunk in numbers
– 36 points: Sharpe’s score in the game, a career high
– 8 rebounds: Sharpe’s rebounds in the game
– 5 assists: Sharpe’s assists in the game
– 16.9 points: Sharpe’s average points per game this season
– 3.7 rebounds: Sharpe’s average rebounds per game this season
– 2.5 assists: Sharpe’s average assists per game this season
Watch the dunk
Unfortunately, due to copyright restrictions, we cannot embed the video of the dunk here. However, you can find it on various sports websites and social media platforms. It’s definitely worth a watch – the dunk is an incredible display of athleticism and skill, and it’s a moment that will be remembered for a long time to come.