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Let’s make some picks for the Dunk Contest and 3-Point Contest for 2026 NBA All-Star Weekend
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 the ABA-NBA merger
The NBA’s annual showcase of athleticism returns to the spotlight as the 2026 AT&T Slam Dunk Contest prepares to take over the Intuit Dome in Inglewood. This year’s event features a transition to a new wave of contenders, all looking to claim the title in the league's most high-profile individual competition of All-Star Saturday Night.