In the early round, Lakers center Jaxson Hayes gave an effort that drew online criticism from his own fans. Orlando’s Jase Richardson took a horrifying fall onto his back and head when his arm hit the backboard on a 360-degree spin attempt. Richardson was OK, but the frightening moment underscored the dangers of this event.

Is the Dunk Contest on its way out? While it's always been a staple of NBA All-Star Weekend, perhaps it's time for a new event.

A new 3-Point Shootout and Dunk Contest champion will be crowned

During one of his answers, the door pops open. In comes Anthony Edwards with a few other members of his crew. Edwards stands to the side for a moment, soaks in part of the answer being given and drops a bar — simultaneously to no one and everyone in that room.

The 2026 NBA All-Star Slam Dunk Contest highlights the league’s premier high-flyers on Saturday night at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California.

Check out today's headlines! V.J. Edgecombe dominated in Castrol Rising Stars ahead of tonight's All-Star Saturday (5 ET, NBC / Peacock) festivities.

The NBA Dunk Contest, once the crown jewel of All-Star Weekend, may have hit a new low tonight. After an underwhelming 2026 showing, fans and analysts were prompted to question its very existence on social media.

In 2016, we saw one of the most unforgettable dunk contests. And despite what some may say, Aaron Gordon wasn't robbed.