Wilson Chandler Put Tyson Chandler on a Poster
Dec 10, 2014; Denver, CO, USA; Denver Nuggets forward Wilson Chandler (21) rebounds the ball during the game against the Miami Heat at Pepsi Center. Mandatory Credit: Chris Humphreys-USA TODAY Sports
The Dallas Mavericks got the best of the Denver Nuggets last night, winning 97-89. But years from now, when kids who witnessed this game are in their 80s, the only thing they will remember about this game is Wilson Chandler and the vicious dunk he threw down on Tyson Chandler.
Here it is, in all of its multi-angled glory. Warning, if you have a weak heart, are easily startled, or simply don’t have the stomach to see a grown man forced to ponder his entire existence after being physically dominated by his adversary, look away now. You’ve been warned:
Please, Ill Will, don’t hurt ’em! Somebody stop the fight! I don’t know if kids these days still put posters up in their room, but if they did, this is the kind of ferocious slam that would end up wallpapering rooms all across the country. The modern day equivalent is probably setting a photo as the lock screen on a phone, right? If so, next time you’re around a group of basketball-loving teens, there’s a good chance this moment is going to be the lock screen for many of them.
Jan 16, 2015; Dallas, TX, USA; Denver Nuggets forward Wilson Chandler (21) dunks over Dallas Mavericks center Tyson Chandler (6) during the first quarter at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports
In all seriousness, it’s these kind of flashes of athletic dominance that makes Chandler so fun to watch. It’s also what makes him high on the list of other teams’ trade wish lists. I’d love to see Chandler remain in a Nuggets jersey, but if front office is set on moving him, GM Tim Connelly is probably emailing this clip to every GM in the league and asking what they are going to give up to get Ill Will on their team.