The Dunk That Echoed

The Barclay Center, December 16, 2024 A Moment of PowerDecember 16, 2024. The Barclays Center. The Brooklyn Nets, deep in a season of rebuilding, face a relentless Cleveland Cavaliers team. Donovan Mitchell’s second-quarter dunk was a thunderclap, a moment of athletic dominance that seemed to still the room. You don’t always want to applaud the other team, but sometimes, you can’t help it. A Tribute to the GameThis brush-and-ink drawing captures not just Mitchell’s explosive power but the feeling of watching something undeniable. With crisp lines and deliberate strokes, I wanted to convey both motion and gravity—Mitchell rising, defenders scattered, the basket waiting. It’s a snapshot of basketball’s best: power, grace, and moments that resonate long after the game ends. For Fans Who UnderstandWhether you’re a Cavs fan, a Nets fan grappling with rebuilding, or just someone who loves the game, this piece marks a night where you had to hand it to the other team. Inspired by a photograph taken by Luke Hales during the Brooklyn Nets vs. Cleveland Cavaliers game. Details: Size: 14" x 22.5" Medium: Sumi ink on paper Series: Drawing of the Game