Vertical leap - the measurement of an individual's jump from a standing position.
A high vertical leap usually transcends into a higher running leap.
The higher an NBA or NFL player can jump, the more of an advantage he may have during a game.
Wide receivers benefit from out-jumping the defense. In the NBA though, an explosive jump may lead to ridiculous dunks.
Here is a list of some of the best vertical leapers, past and present, in the NBA.
Full article: http://m.bleacherreport.com/articles/467751-michael-jordan-dominates-the-vertical-jump-wherersquos-carter-and-kobe
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