There will be a new slam dunk champion crowned tonight at the Staples Center. Nate Robinson's two-year run as champ is over. There will be four first-time participants in the competition in 2011. The big men have taken over this year. DeMar DeRozan will be the smallest man at 6'7 competing. Serge Ibaka, JaVale McGee, and the high-flying Blake Griffin complete the field. The competition has fizzled out in recent years. In an effort to bring back some sizzle, each player will be paired up with a dunking coach this time around. DeRozan will be coached by Darryl Dawkins, Serge Ibaka by Kevin Durant, JaVale McGee by Chris Webber, and Blake Griffin by Kenny Smith.
Blake Griffin (1 to 4)
DeMar DeRozan (4 to 1)
JaVale McGee (7.5 to 1)
Serge Ibaka (10 to 1)
And the winner is: The obvious choice is Blake Griffin. The rookie is simply sick with the things he can do in the air. He gets off the floor quicker and higher than anyone else in the field. But don't count out DeRozan. He was the runner-up last year and is probably a better bet due to his odds. Ultimately, I think the hype around Blake Griffin is too much for anyone to overcome when it comes to the judging. DeRozan is the only man that has a chance to steal this from him though.
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