AURORA, Colo. — The Smoky Hill Buffaloes came into the 2024 season with huge expectations, ranked No. 3 in the state, and a walking highlight reel when they're on the hardwood.
"We try to put everybody in the rim," junior guard Kaylan Graham said. "We come out with that mentality."
In 10 games this season the Buffaloes have over 50 dunks, led by high-flier, Jaylen Brown.
"I think this is the most fun team I've ever been on," Brown expressed. "Even AAU, I think I'd rather play with Smoky than AAU."
Brown has been dunking in games since his sophomore season, most notably hitting a 360 dunk last season in Los Angeles.
"I'm the bounciest on the team and that's a fact," Brown said.
Brown said he has taken the reigns from former Smoky Hill Slam dunk king, Anthony Harris Jr.
"It's just like feels like it's part of Smoky Hill's culture and it's stuff we practice," Sophomore guard, Carter Basquez said. "We throw up lobs to each other, dunking, so when we can translate it to the game, it's just fun. No, it's cool."
If you've never been out to a Smoky Hill game before, it might be time to do so.
"Pop out," Basquez demanded. "It's going to be exciting with high energy, lots of dunks!"
Smoky Hill plays DSST: Green Valley Ranch next at home on Friday at 5:30p.
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