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VIDEOS: Anthony Bennett in a dunking mood at FIBA Americas Championship

John David Mercer / USA TODAY Sports

The Minnesota Timberwolves must be pleased with Anthony Bennett's performance this offseason.

During warm-ups before Canada tipped off against Panama at the FIBA Americas Championship in Mexico City on Sunday, Bennett threw down an impressive alley-oop to himself in lieu of the traditional layup.

The 22-year-old went off the glass to himself for the reverse clutch dunk a la Harold Miner.

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Not bad for a warm-up act.

The 6-foot-8 forward then showed that in-game rim-rockers are also a part of his arsenal.

After securing the offensive rebound along the baseline, fellow Canadian and T-Wolves teammate Andrew Wiggins found Bennett for the flush over the outstretched arms of a Panamanian defender.

Bennett finished the game with six points and nine rebounds as Canada defeated Panama 103-66 in their first game of the tournament's second round.

The former first overall pick has shown flashes of strong play with the Canadian national team this summer, playing in several international competitions - and Canadian general manager Steve Nash and head coach Jay Triano have noticed his improvements.

Canada improved to 4-1 at the FIBA Americas Championship with its win over Panama, and will face Uruguay on Monday.

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