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AJ Dybantsa's Dunk Over Angel Reese Shines at Sprite Jam Fest

The BYU commit's standout performance highlights his rising stardom, while Reese's participation reflects the growing crossover between professional and amateur basketball.

  • AJ Dybantsa, a top high school basketball prospect and BYU commit, executed a jaw-dropping dunk over WNBA player Angel Reese during the Sprite Jam Fest dunk contest.
  • The dunk contest was part of the McDonald's All-American Game festivities held at Barclays Center, showcasing top basketball talent.
  • Despite receiving high scores for his dunk, Dybantsa did not win the contest, with Baylor commit Tounde Yessoufou taking the top prize.
  • Angel Reese, entering her second WNBA season with the Chicago Sky, participated in the event as part of her endorsement deal with McDonald's, underscoring the evolving role of NIL opportunities in basketball.
  • Dybantsa's performance further cements his reputation as a rising star, building anticipation for his freshman season at BYU.
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