Spud Webb was a very quick guard who, despite his height, played 12 seasons in the NBA and became famous for his spectacular ballhandling skills, his jumping ability and his incredible dunks!
Selected by the Detroit Pistons in the 4th round of the 1985 NBA Draft (#87 overall). Webb was given a chance to tryout with the Atlanta Hawks. He ended up staying in Atlanta for several years, until 1996-'97. He has also played for the Sacramento Kings and the Minnesota Timberwolves. In 1997-'98 he returned from Europe and played 4 games for the Orlando Magic.
Spud won the 1986 NBA Slam Dunk Contest. The legend has it that Webb dunked for the first time in his life as a teen, he was still 4-11 (1.50m)! The highlight of his career is his participation and triumph in the 1986 Slam Dunk contest, where he defeated some of the most famous high-flyers of the league, including his teammate Dominique Wilkins.
Since retiring from basketball, Webb has been the President of Basketball Operations for the Texas Legends, the D-League team for the Dallas Mavericks.
