Internet Goes Nuts Over Myles Colvin's Explosive Jam in Purdue's Win over High Point
PROVIDENCE, R.I. — Myles Colvin may have guaranteed himself a spot in the One Shining Moment montage when the NCAA Tournament concludes in April. The Purdue sophomore wing had one of the best dunks of March Madness on Thursday, throwing down a putback in impressive fashion.
With under three minutes to play in the first half of Purdue's first round game against High Point on Thursday, Colvin chased down a missed three-point attempt by Camden Heide. Colvin then collected the ball and threw it down, creating a highlight-reel moment early in the game.
Below is the replay of Colvin's big moment.
"COLVIN! HELLO!" pic.twitter.com/ESv5IXUg5Q
— CBS Sports (@CBSSports) March 20, 2025
As you might expect, social media exploded over Colvin's huge putback dunk. Fans and journalists alike were in amazement over his athletic move.
Myles Colvin, gracious.
— Jeff Borzello (@jeffborzello) March 20, 2025
We can watch this Myles Colvin dunk all day.
— Mark Titus Show (@MarkTitusShow) March 20, 2025
pic.twitter.com/mH7NcGBExR
A few former Boilers, Rapheal Davis and Vincent Edwards, were also thoroughly impressed by the sophomore's dunk.
Myles Colvin 🤯🤯🤯
— Rapheal Davis (@RaphealDavis3) March 20, 2025
Even after seeing it again, I don't think people realize how crazy Myles putback dunk was. That was not an easy one to go get and finish! 😂 #Respect
— Vincent M Edwards (@VE_12) March 20, 2025
These are just a few samples from social media's response to Colvin's big jam. Here are just a handful more.
Hello Myles Colvin!!!!
— John Fanta (@John_Fanta) March 20, 2025
Myles Colvin that was kinda mean.
— Keegan Nickoson (@Knickoson42) March 20, 2025
Myles Colvin, my god. That may be the dunk of the entire tournament.
— Pat Forde (@ByPatForde) March 20, 2025
Colvin finished the game with four points, two rebounds and two assists for the Boilermakers on Thursday. Purdue will now play McNeese State on Saturday in the second round of the NCAA Tournament.
Will Colvin have another big moment?
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