The Slam Dunk Contest is one of the NBA’s most well-known festivities during the All-Star Weekend. Many rookies usually participate in the event, and now, with one of the most highly-touted rookies in years,

After Matas Buzelis entered his candidate for Dunk of the Year, everyone couldn't help but ask the same question: Should he be dunk contest-bound? The forward h

Dallas Mavericks rookie forward Cooper Flagg was asked whether he thought he could participate in the NBA Slam Dunk contest or the three-point contest this year. He provided this response following questions from Mike Curtis of The Dallas Morning News.

A couple of NBA legends named Los Angeles Lakers guard Bronny James as the ideal candidate to enter the dunk contest.

Former NBA star Carmelo Anthony recently encouraged New Orleans star Zion Williamson to compete in the 2026 Dunk Contest.

Tracy McGrady was part of one of the most memorable dunk contests in NBA history when his teammate and cousin Vince Carter won it in 2000, and the Hall of Famer wants to bring back some of that magic with more notable players competing in the event moving forward.

They gave Jordan a 50! It's one of the most famous lines in NBA Slam Dunk Contest history, but it's also a reminder of the occasional controversy that comes from judging the event. Stream Los Angeles News for free, 24/7, wherever you are. Michael Jordan ...