On January 30, Beijing time, according to the famous Chalania report, Magic guard Cole Anthony has received an invitation to the All-Star Dunk Contest and decided to accept the invitation to participate in this event. The 21-year-old is only about 1.90 meters tall, similar to the Warriors' Curry, but his bouncing ability is outstanding, and he has performed a jumping dunk near the free throw line in training! He was the first player to be revealed in this year's dunk contest.
Anthony was selected by the Magic with the 15th pick in the first round of the 2020 Draft, the second season of his career, and he averaged 17.9 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists per game, a significant improvement from his rookie season (12.9 points, 4.7 rebounds and 4.1 assists). Us media believe that he is also expected to be selected for the rookie challenge.
This year's All-Star Game will be held in Cleveland, and according to the schedule, the dunk contest will be held on February 20, Beijing time.
What is the point of Anthony's participation?
The Athletic believes that this competition is a good opportunity for Anthony to gain more fame, because as a member of the Magic of the Reconstruction Period, it is difficult for him to get a national show. Magic's national live-streamed matches are rare, and the record is 10 wins and 40 losses. If he performs well in the dunk contest, it will bring him some business opportunities.
Does Anthony have a good chance of winning?
The Athletic thinks it's hard to predict Anthony's probability of winning the title before the other players have been revealed, but considering that Anthony's height is less than 1.90 meters and his actual height may be shorter, once he performs some difficult moves, the visual feeling will be better!
Winning a game like this requires confidence, and Anthony has enough confidence, but of course, talent, creativity, and some strategy, such as the choreography and order of the dunk moves. The Athletic predicts he will be unlikely to eventually win the title and expects his performance to exceed expectations.