Spud Webb was one of the shortest players in NBA history which makes his accomplishments even more impressive. Therefore, a lot of trial and error. His vertical jump was recorded at 44.5 inches. I mean they are all nearly a full foot and a half higher than the 28 inch NBA average. Theres no doubt he focused a lot on his vertical and spent hours on it. As I recall the legendary Darrell Griffith had a vertical jump of 48 inches as well. His explosiveness really has very little comparison in basketball terms. He puts together all the training and workout for you. This could have been in game, in the combine, or in the Slam Dunk contest. Niko Omilana Mayor Votes, LaVine, now with the Chicago Bulls, continues to throw the ball down with ease, but hes expanded his game in a way thats less dependent on his athleticism and made himself a complete basketball player. Another Word For Summit Meeting, We get this one all the time. Now before we get into listing some of the highest vertical jumps in NBA history I think it is important to set the foundation. This was on full display during the 2015 and 2016 dunk contests. However, this does not have to be the case for you. Deshawn Stevenson 44, 16. THE LEAPING LEGENDS OF BASKETBALL - Los Angeles Times He was truly uncommon amongst uncommon men. This was before injuries began piling up for the shooting guard. And this likely consisted of a lot of jumping of different sorts which complementing his strength developed in the weight room. Over time, some guys have carried their fans off their feet with their, LaVines exceptional athleticism represents the Chicago Bulls franchise. Griffith totaled 825 points in his senior season, setting a school record. I think that David Thompson of the Denver Nuggest in the 80's had vertical leap between 44 - 48 inch. Part B If the time of the part of the jump before his feet left the floor was 0.300 , what was the mag. The player that has the biggest hops right now is Zach Lavine. Incidentally, Donovan Mitchell is also from the same college as Dr. Dunkenstein (Louisville). Russell Westbrook has a vertical jump of 36.5 inches. Incredible athletes from the past and the present have entertained NBA fans for over 70 years now with dunks, blocks, and sequences.