Dec. 2—The Timberwolves' defense that's been so good this season was, well, not Wednesday in the nation's capital. The Wizards got dunk, after dunk, after dunk, after dunk in their 115-107 home ...

While the All-Star Game serves as the grand finale of NBA All-Star Weekend on NBC and Peacock, for many NBA fans, it's not the prime event. That honor goes to the annual Dunk Contest, where a select ...

NBA All-Star Weekend is finally here and all the festivities are underway from Los Angeles as one of the weekend’s most anticipated events will return with a fresh group of players. The NBA Slam Dunk ...

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 ...

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There will be a new slam dunk champion as three-time winner Mac McClung won't be taking part in the 2026 NBA All-Star Slam Dunk contest. Carter Bryant (Spurs), Jaxson Hayes (Lakers), Keshad Johnson ...

Three-time NBA Dunk Contest champion Mac McClung has decided to skip this year’s competition, preventing him from potentially winning a record fourth title and becoming the first player to win it four ...

The 2026 NBA Slam Dunk Contest doesn’t have much star power in it, but it does feature a pair of rookies that are looking to make a name for themselves. Orlando Magic rookie guard Jase Richardson (the ...

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 ...