I thought this would ribbon. Definitely deserved to have been in the top 10. One of the most creative (and one of my favourite) shots I've seen you do this year Manny. Can't please everyone but for me, this is perfect.
This was one of my favs in this challenge, can't believe it didn't score higher, by far the best b-ball shot IMO. You have an outstanding portfolio all around as well.
8 - Good. Like the simplicity. Whilst the power/electicity lines/cables detract slightly, they also add something here in my opinion. Tweaking of the colors (as I'm guessing this is not natural), works well here. Good sharp perspective and use of silhouette(s). Perhaps just a little more height may have made this even better, not sure. More definition/'cleaner' in the silhouette of the 'dunker' too, but difficult.