The World’s Shortest Athletes Don’t Find Their Height A Laughing Matter

Nate Robinson Won The Dunk Contest At 5’9″

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Nate Robinson had an incredible NBA career for a man his size. Coming off the bench for several seasons, he was the sparkplug that could start game-winning comebacks. He could also jump very high.

Before he retired, Robinson won three NBA Slam Dunk contests. Measuring in under six feet tall, he’s not supposed to be able to touch the rim when he jumps! For comparison’s sake, Stephen Curry is six feet and three inches tall and refuses to embarrass himself by even attempting to dunk.