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NBA slam dunk contest participants: Carter Bryant, Jase Richardson highlight 2026 edition

Here are the four participants for the 2026 NBA Slam Dunk Contest in Los Angeles.

Looking back at 5 memorable Dunk Contest showdowns

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 ...
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When an NBA coach dunking is more than a highlight: 'It does add to the respect and appreciation'

"YEAHHH!"ORLANDO MAGICplayers hollered in unison as coach Jamahl Mosley turned and started his approach, chopping his feet to check the grip on the soles of his Nikes. It was Nov. 8, and practice was ...
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Lakers’ Bronny James called out by NBA on NBC crew to join dunk contest

While Carter leaned toward realistic options, McGrady framed the moment around location and spotlight. With Los Angeles hosting the festivities, he argued that Hollywood demands a name that pulls ...

Live Updates: Spurs-Celtics, Pistons-Clippers and highlights around the NBA for Saturday

Cade Cunningham, Isaiah Stewart, Tobias Harris and Jalen Duren are all out for the Pistons. Indiana and Miami kickstart the ...

Around the NBA: Wemby, Huff take flight in reverse

Go around the NBA and relive some of the best moments from this past week's slate of games.
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Pacers to waive three-time dunk champion Mac McClung after three games, per report

Fewer than two weeks after they signed three-time NBA Slam Dunk Contest champion Mac McClung, the Indiana Pacers are set to waive the 26-year old guard, according to ESPN. The Pacers will sign ...