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How Long Does It Take to Learn to Dunk?

On August 7, 2026August 5, 2026 By nbarock
How Long Does It Take to Learn to Dunk?

For most people who can already grab the rim, a first dunk takes three to six months of structured training. If you can only graze the rim, budget six to twelve months. If you can just touch the net, you’re looking at multiple years, and for a lot of adults, […]

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How to Dunk a Basketball: What It Actually Takes

On August 5, 2026August 5, 2026 By nbarock

To dunk on a regulation 10-foot rim, your hand needs to reach roughly 10 feet 6 inches, because the ball has to clear the rim, not just your fingers. Subtract your standing reach from 126 inches and you have your target vertical. For most adults between 5’10” and 6’2″, that […]

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