2026 NBA All-Star Saturday Night Dunk Contest
This year, a new champion will emerge in the All-Star Saturday Night Dunk Contest, as Mac McClung, a three-time titleholder, will not be competing. The NBA has recently unveiled the contestants for the 2026 Dunk Contest, set to take place during the All-Star Saturday Night festivities. The lineup features four talented athletes:
- Carter Bryant of the San Antonio Spurs
- Jaxson Hayes representing the Los Angeles Lakers
- Keshad Johnson of the Miami Heat
- Jase Richardson from the Orlando Magic
Event Details
Scheduled for February 14, 2026, at 5:00 PM ET, this event promises to be an exciting highlight of the All-Star Weekend, also featuring Shooting Stars and 3-Point competitions. Fans can tune in via NBC and Peacock.
Contestant Highlights
Among the participants, Jaxson Hayes has made a name for himself as an electrifying in-game dunker, showcasing impressive skills, including executing the East Bay dunk during games – a feat admired by many basketball fans online. On the other hand, Jase Richardson is following a legacy; his father, Jason Richardson, famously competed in the 2003 Dunk Contest, further adding a narrative to the younger Richardson’s participation.
All-Star Weekend Events
This year’s Dunk Contest will be integrated into a larger lineup of All-Star Weekend events, which also include the Rising Stars challenge on February 13 and the grand All-Star Game on February 15, both leading up to NBC’s coverage of the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics. The All-Star festivities will kick off at 5 PM, earlier than previous years, to seamlessly transition into Olympic coverage and ensure viewers don’t miss any of the action.
Season Coverage
Additionally, NBA fans can catch many games throughout the season, as Peacock will stream multiple Monday night matchups, and NBC will host Tuesday night doubleheaders. Keep an eye out for NBC Sports’ new Sunday Night Basketball program, launching on February 1, 2026. For more information on how to watch these events and sign up for streaming services, visit their official site.
