Video: Harlem Globetrotter escapes serious injury after basketball hoop collapses and smashes backboard
William 'Bull' Bullard was performing a slam dunk when the hoop gave way
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Your support makes all the difference.Known for their tricks, the Harlem Globetrotters are constantly trying new stunts to delight the crowds.
But when William 'Bull' Bullard was set up to slam dunk the ball into the net, those watching the recent exhibition game in Tegucigalpa, Hondura were left in shock.
Thankfully Bullard escaped serious injury. Watch the video above.
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