David Murrell edges Tyrus Hill to be crowned PBA Slam Dunk king

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David Murrell wins the 2023 PBA All-Star Slam Dunk Competition. – PBA PHOTOS

PASSI CITY – Convergent forward David Murrell registered a total of 92 points in the you-or-me finale with teammate Tyrus Hill to rule the 2023 PBA All-Star Weekend Dunk Competition.

Murrell pulled off 46 points for his first entry and then got another 46 for a 360-degree windmill slam to eventually beat former team-mate Hill by a point in a showdown at the City of Passi Arena.

Hill also had a slightly underwhelming first entry, but the big second dunk that Ginebra star Jamie Malonzo drew a perfect 50 from the judges that kept Blackwater moving forward in the contention for the title.

“I really thought he had won,” Murrell said of Hill. “I congratulated him before the (second) dunk. I thought he had it.

WATCH: Murrell makes it and keeps it interesting! 360 AND windmill! 46 from the judge! | @sonrdINQ pic.twitter.com/bI0T6RJTaH

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Hill bagged a P30,000 prize in a contest judged by PBA greats Allan Caidic, Noli Locsin, Passi Mayor Stephen Palmares, PBA Press Corps president Gerry Ramos and veteran broadcaster Andy Jao.

Earlier, TNT’s Dave Marcelo took home the Obstacle Challenge title, while Magnolia’s Paul Lee was crowned the 3-Point King.

On Friday is the Greats-Stalwarts matchup that will be the best freshmen, sophomores, and third-year players in the league.

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