The first-ever Dunk Contest was held on January 27, 1976, at halftime of that year’s ABA All-Star Game, featuring George “Iceman” Gervin and Julius “Dr. J” Erving in what was the final season before ...

In ‘24, he said he’d participate in the dunk contest if he was selected as an All-Star. That didn’t work out as Williamson has made his two All-Star appearances thus far in ‘21 and ‘23, but let’s hope ...

Mac McClung explains his dunk contest plans for 2026 after winning three straight titles.

Since we've got this break in NBA action as players recover from All-Star weekend, we can talk about the more important things in life, like did Zach LaVine put on the best dunk performance of ...

MJ from the free throw line. Vince Carter declaring “it’s over.” Dwight Howard flying like Superman. The NBA slam dunk contest has featured some of the most memorable moments in league history. While ...

JJ Redick is amused at the idea of LeBron James getting invited to the Dunk Contest originally appeared on The Sporting News.

Los Angeles Lakers center Jaxson Hayes is known to be a high flying act, es evidenced by him recently throwing down an Eastbay Funk dunk in the middle of a game, putting the ball through his legs for ...

Philadelphia 76ers star rookie V.J. Edgecombe threw down probably the best dunk of his young career against the Indiana ...

What many are saying was the best dunk contest in All-Star weekend history has delivered record numbers across the NBA's social media platforms and propelled TNT to a win in the time slot on Saturday ...

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

The Lakers will have a representative in the Slam Dunk Contest at NBA All-Star weekend in Jaxson Hayes.