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<p>The Chi-Town Tip-Off brought out plenty of talent this past weekend, but nothing energized the gym more than the high-flying finishers who tested the strength of the rims. From powerful two-hand slams to posters in transition, this group made their presence felt above the rim. Here's Part 1 of the weekend's most explosive dunkers.</p>
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<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2323618' first='Alex' last='Sirbu'] – [program_tooltip program_id='2076459' first='Breakaway' last=''] (Buffalo Grove) 2027</strong></p>
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<p>The 6'9 big continues to trend upward as an interior force. Sirbu runs the floor hard and finishes even harder, throwing down multiple strong two-handed dunks. With polished footwork and comfort on the block, he blends skill with power. When he gets a step in the paint, it's usually ending with a rim shake.</p>
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<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2532341' first='Keyae' last='Lacy'] – Geek Squad (Simeon) 2027</strong></p>
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<p>A 6'3 guard with toughness and burst, Lacy thrived in the open floor. He turned defense into offense all weekend, finishing fastbreak opportunities with authority. His athleticism and aggressive mindset led to multiple highlight dunks that brought that classic “city grit” energy.</p>
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<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='3575083' first='Enoch' last='Olukolade'] – [program_tooltip program_id='2076459' first='Breakaway' last=''] (Oak Forest) 2027</strong></p>
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<p>One of the most naturally athletic forwards in the gym. Olukolade plays well above the rim, whether it's blocking shots or finishing lobs and dump-offs. His vertical pop is eye-catching—he elevates quickly and violently, making his dunks stand out even in traffic.</p>
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<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2796681' first='Zion' last='Braimah'] – [program_tooltip program_id='2076459' first='Breakaway' last=''] (Pecatonica) 2027</strong></p>
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<p>A long, agile 6'7 forward who lives above the rim. Braimah gets off the floor effortlessly and finishes everything with two hands. His quick bounce and length make him a constant lob threat. A potential sleeper prospect, his athletic tools are undeniable.</p>
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<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2125654' first='Jordan' last='Purvis'] – Fueled By Faith (Yorkville Christian) 2027</strong></p>
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<p>Purvis brought physicality and emotion to every play. The aggressive guard delivered one of the top dunks of the weekend—a fastbreak rim-grazer over a defender that sent the crowd into a frenzy. The moment even earned him a technical, but it showcased his fearless mentality and explosiveness.</p>
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<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2531981' first='Cole' last='Kelly'] – [program_tooltip program_id='2076459' first='Breakaway' last=''] (Neuqua Valley) 2028</strong></p>
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<p>Already regarded as one of the top prospects in his class, Kelly showed another layer this weekend—attacking the rim with purpose. The 6'7 forward didn't settle for jumpers, instead choosing to drive and finish with authority. His poster dunk in traffic was one of the weekend's signature plays.</p>
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<p><strong>Landon Lampley – [program_tooltip program_id='2078449' first='Meanstreets' last=''] (Pike, IN) 2028</strong></p>
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<p>At 6'9, Lampley is a problem in space. Whether initiating or finishing, he was a constant lob target. He showcased his ability to play above the rim with multiple alley-oop finishes, often hanging for emphasis. His blend of size, coordination, and feel points to high-level potential.</p>
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<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2978085' first='Cameron' last='Curry'] - [program_tooltip program_id='2075532' first='Illinois' last='Bears'] (Marion) 2027</strong></p>
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<p>Curry's athleticism immediately popped off the floor the moment he stepped on it. The 6'4” wing consistently got downhill using a tight handle and explosive first step, putting pressure on the rim all weekend. He brought the crowd to life with multiple tomahawk dunks, attacking the lane with force and finishing above defenders.</p>
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The Chi-Town Tip-Off brought out plenty of talent this past weekend, but nothing energized the gym more than the high-flying finishers who tested the strength of the rims. From powerful two-hand slams to posters in transition, this group made their presence felt above the rim. Here's Part 1 of the weekend's most explosive dunkers.
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