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Knicks-led Shooting Stars win seals All-Star Saturday; Lillard earns third 3-point crown
sports20 days ago

Knicks-led Shooting Stars win seals All-Star Saturday; Lillard earns third 3-point crown

Team Knicks won the Shooting Stars title (47 points) and advanced to the final alongside Team Cameron, while Damian Lillard claimed the 3-point contest title for the third time after a final-round burst. The Slam Dunk Contest is underway, with early first-round leaders Carter Bryant (45.6) and Jase Richardson (45.4) among the rivals as four competitors—Bryant, Keshad Johnson, Jaxson Hayes and Richardson—vie for the crown.

via CBS Sports|
#3-point-contest#all-star#basketball
Rookie-led Four-Player Field Set for 2026 Slam Dunk Contest
2026-all-star27 days ago

Rookie-led Four-Player Field Set for 2026 Slam Dunk Contest

The NBA announced the four competitors for the 2026 AT&T Slam Dunk Contest at Intuit Dome on All-Star Saturday (Feb. 14): Carter Bryant (Spurs), Jaxson Hayes (Lakers), Keshad Johnson (Heat) and Jase Richardson (Magic). Bryant and Richardson are rookies, with Richardson also being the son of former Slam Dunk champions Jason Richardson. The event uses a two-round format, with two dunks in the first round and two in the final, televised on NBC and Peacock.

via NBA|
#2026-all-star#carter-bryant#nba-all-star-saturday
"NBA Dunk Contest Controversy: Is It Time for a Change?"
sports2 years ago

"NBA Dunk Contest Controversy: Is It Time for a Change?"

The NBA Slam Dunk Contest has been criticized for its lack of starpower and poor judging, with the 2024 contest being a prime example. Despite standout performances, the judging felt predetermined, overshadowing the event. Reigning champion Mac McClung won, but the push to get Jaylen Brown into the final undermined the competition. The format and judging inaccuracies continue to deter stars from participating, prompting calls for a new, more relaxed format to revitalize the contest.

via SB Nation|
#jaylen-brown#judging#mac-mcclung
"Mac McClung Secures Second NBA Dunk Contest Title, Damian Lillard Repeats as 3-Point Champion"
sports2 years ago

"Mac McClung Secures Second NBA Dunk Contest Title, Damian Lillard Repeats as 3-Point Champion"

Mac McClung, who has only played in four NBA games, won his second Slam Dunk Contest title at NBA All-Star Weekend, defeating Jaylen Brown, Jacob Toppin, and Jaime Jaquez Jr. He impressed with a final dunk over Shaquille O’Neal, earning a perfect score and securing the win. McClung, who plays for the Orlando Magic’s G League affiliate, became the sixth player to win at least two dunk contests and the first to win it in back-to-back years since Zach LaVine in 2015 and 2016.

via Fox News|
#mac-mcclung#nba#orlando-magic
"2024 NBA All-Star: Revisiting the Broken Slam Dunk Contest"
sports2 years ago

"2024 NBA All-Star: Revisiting the Broken Slam Dunk Contest"

The Slam Dunk Contest at the 2024 NBA All-Star Weekend is facing a decline due to a lack of novelty and originality in the dunks performed. The event's reliance on familiar concepts and the repetition of similar dunk ideas has led to a decrease in interest and excitement. Suggestions for potential fixes include hiring dunk choreographers, pitting professional dunkers against NBA veterans, or making the contest a less frequent occurrence. Until new and innovative dunking techniques are introduced, the event is likely to continue disappointing fans.

via CBS Sports|
#all-star-weekend#nba#sabrina-ionescu
"Mac McClung Defends NBA Slam Dunk Title in All-Star Weekend Repeat"
sports2 years ago

"Mac McClung Defends NBA Slam Dunk Title in All-Star Weekend Repeat"

Mac McClung successfully defended his NBA Slam Dunk Contest title by leaping over Shaquille O’Neal to secure five perfect scores on his final dunk, becoming the first back-to-back winner since Zach LaVine in 2015 and 2016. Meanwhile, Damian Lillard won the three-point contest for the second consecutive year, and Tyrese Haliburton made a tiebreaking half-court shot to lead Team Pacers to victory in the Skills Challenge.

via The Guardian|
#damian-lillard#mac-mcclung#nba
"Mac McClung Defends Slam Dunk Title Amid Lackluster Contest, NBA Fans Ponder Fixes"
sports2 years ago

"Mac McClung Defends Slam Dunk Title Amid Lackluster Contest, NBA Fans Ponder Fixes"

Mac McClung won the NBA Dunk Contest, but fans were disappointed with the event, missing the excitement of past contests. NBA Twitter and players like Aaron Gordon and Joel Embiid reacted to the contest, with Gordon joking that he could have gotten second place. Despite the disappointment, fans appreciated the LED court used in the event.

via Yahoo Sports|
#aaron-gordon#joel-embiid#led-court
"Jaylen Brown's Artful Dunk Contest Performance Steals the Show at 2024 NBA All-Star Weekend"
sports2 years ago

"Jaylen Brown's Artful Dunk Contest Performance Steals the Show at 2024 NBA All-Star Weekend"

Boston Celtics' Jaylen Brown brought star power back to the NBA Slam Dunk Contest after six seasons, delivering an artful performance with tribute dunks to his hometown, Boston, and his late friend Terrence Clarke. Brown's creative and meaningful dunks, including a nod to Dee Brown's iconic no-look slam and a humorous left-handed dunk, reignited excitement in the competition and left a lasting impact on the event.

via NBA.com|
#artful-performance#jaylen-brown#nba
"NBA All-Star 2024: Curry vs. Ionescu 3-Point Showdown and Slam Dunk Updates"
sports2 years ago

"NBA All-Star 2024: Curry vs. Ionescu 3-Point Showdown and Slam Dunk Updates"

The NBA All-Star weekend is in full swing with the skills competition, 3-point contests, and slam dunk competition taking place tonight, featuring representation from Indiana Pacers stars. The LED court showcased during the All-Star weekend has garnered attention, while NBA commissioner Adam Silver is hesitant to change the 65-game rule for postseason awards. Additionally, Isiah Thomas believes his firing by Larry Bird in 2003 was a mistake, Guy Fieri visited the Indianapolis Metro Police Department, and an Indy life coach won the NBA Foundation Pitch Competition. The HBCU Classic and the NBA All-Star Game will be held at Gainbridge Fieldhouse, and R&B singer Chris Brown claimed he was disinvited from playing in the NBA All-Star Celebrity Game. The 3-point contest participants and the schedule for NBA All-Star Saturday night are also highlighted.

via IndyStar|
#3-point-contest#all-star-weekend#lucas-oil-stadium
"2024 NBA All-Star Weekend: Slam Dunk Contest Picks, Highlights, and Schedule"
sports2 years ago

"2024 NBA All-Star Weekend: Slam Dunk Contest Picks, Highlights, and Schedule"

Jacob Toppin aims to become the first set of brothers to win the NBA Slam Dunk contest, with defending champion Mac McClung as the favorite. SportsLine's NBA expert Alex Selesnick, known as PropStarz, advises against betting on Jaylen Brown due to lack of creativity, and recommends a player who has shown exceptional creativity for the 2024 Slam Dunk contest. Selesnick's analysis and best bets can be found on SportsLine for those looking to make informed picks for the event.

via CBS Sports|
#all-star-weekend#betting#nba