Top 10 nominee? Watch Georgia basketball's RJ Melendez throw down massive dunk on LSU
Georgia basketball junior guard RJ Melendez sent Stegeman Coliseum into a frenzy Wednesday night when he threw down a dunk over LSU's Jordan Wright.
The Puerto Rico native broke away on a fast break and dunked over the LSU senior to give the Bulldogs a 41-33 lead.
Silas gets the steal and find Melendez to THROW. IT. DOWN! Dawgs lead 41-33. #GoDawgs pic.twitter.com/xl85gvE0BX
— Georgia Basketball (@UGABasketball) January 25, 2024
The bench erupted before LSU called a timeout in an attempt to cool off a quick Georgia run.
The Bulldogs (13-5, 3-2 SEC) are looking to win their 11th game in 12 home matchups this season. A win could keep Georgia's NCAA hopes alive as they currently rank 80th in NET rankings. LSU entered ranked 92nd.
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