NBA Slam Dunk Contest: Lakers' Jaxson Hayes, Spurs' Carter Bryant, Pistons' Jalen Duren will reportedly participate in All-Star Weekend

Los Angeles Lakers center Jaxson Hayes and San Antonio Spurs wing Carter Bryant punched their tickets to the 2026 NBA Slam Dunk Contest.

NBA Legend Dominique Wilkins Gets Brutally Honest About State of NBA Dunk Contest

Dominique Wilkins explains why he is "disappointed" in the Slam Dunk Contest and the stars who prioritize "brand" over fans ...

NBA names dunk contest’s first two participants

A pair of Western Conference contenders will reportedly send representatives to the event.
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Two Young High-Flyers Lock in Spots for the 2026 NBA Dunk Contest in L.A.

The field for the 2026 NBA Dunk Contest is starting to take shape, and the first confirmations signal a clear direction for ...

LeBron James Reacts to JJ Redick Joking NBA Will Try to Get Lakers Star to Compete in Dunk Contest

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James has never competed in the Slam Dunk Contest over his 23-year career, but head coach ...

"No chance": LeBron dismisses Dunk Contest rumors after Wizards win

After two decades, LeBron James was not selected as a starter for the All-Star Game for the first time, but the expectations of spectators have not faded. NBA fans have continued t ...