NBA.com: Fans Will Decide Winner of the Sprite Slam Dunk

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For the first time, fans will have the final say in deciding the winner of the Sprite Slam Dunk competition. Following the concluding round of dunks, fans will be able to cast their votes via SMS TXT message and at NBA.com to determine this year’s winner. The dunker with the most fan votes will be named the winner of the Sprite Slam Dunk. A panel of judges will continue to play a key role by determining which two participants advance to the final round. During the final round, each judge’s vote will count the same as a fan vote.
This is excellent news, IMHO. Although it's not a perfect way to handle things, it's much better than the silliness they've had the past few years. I may actually watch this year and vote - even with my antiquated dial-up system.

Nice job, NBA.

:)