Dunks are basketball's flashiest plays. The in-your-face posturing, instant reactions from teammates, high-fives and chatter from the bench and the stands often follow a well-executed slam, and cable television and YouTube highlight reels make dunks an omnipresent part of modern sports culture.
Expect several memorable slam dunks in Sunday's bj-league All-Star Game at Saitama Super Arena. They are the plays that sustain excitement for generations.
Conversely, a defender's ability — and willingness — to take a charge may be basketball's most difficult play. But consummate professionals know that a charge can serve two purposes at once: An offensive foul is assessed on the perpetrator, and it results in a turnover, one laced with frustration.