The Slam Dunk Contest has always been All-Star Weekend’s Wild Card, the event most likely to flip from forgettable to unforgettable in a single leap. Over the last decade, though, the trophy has belonged less to established stars and

Fans of the NBA Slam Dunk Contest may have noticed a key omission during Saturday's 2026 edition. Mac McClung, who won three straight dunk contests from 2022 to 2025, was not in the four-player field this time for a possible four-peat.

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Victor Wembanyama has committed to competing in the NBA Dunk Contest at some stage in his career. Victor Wembanyama addressed questions about All-Star Weekend after throwing down a standout dunk in a recent San Antonio Spurs game.

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Saturday night of All-Star Weekend continues to be the pinnacle of the NBA’s midseason festivities, with the 2026 Slam Dunk Contest promising to be another enjoyable competition. By introducing four top players and implementing more stringent guidelines ...

The Slam Dunk Contest has long been considered the crown jewel of NBA All-Star weekend. The climactic point between the Rising Stars Game on Friday and the NBA All-Star Game on Sunday, the dunk contest has been home to some of the most iconic moments in ...

Mac McClung has made history for the Chicago Bulls' G League affiliate on Tuesday night with an impressive 54-point game.

NBA Slam Dunk Contest Odds: Can Jaxson Hayes Outplay Star Rookies in 2026 Dunk Contest? NBA All-Star Saturday night always delivers spectacle, but the Slam Dunk Contest remains the purest showcase of creativity and athleticism. This year’s field leans ...

Michigan star Yaxel Lendeborg throws down the biggest dunk of March Madness by posterizing Saint Louis' Quentin Jones

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Mark J. Burns is a freelance reporter covering sports business. SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 15: Mac McClung #8 of the Orlando Magic dunks the ball during the 2025 AT&T Slam Dunk ...