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Highlights & best moments from State Farm 3-Point Contest, Kia Shooting Stars and AT&T Slam Dunk Contest

Enjoy the very best of NBA All-Star Saturday, including the AT&T Slam Dunk Contest and State Farm 3-Point Contest.


Keshad Johnson takes down the AT&T Slam Dunk Contest as he hops over E-40. 

What we know after the NBA All-Star Saturday

  • Damian Lillard captures the State Farm 3-Point Contest crown once again. Lillard has now won the 3-Point Contest three times throughout his career, narrowly beating Devin Booker in the final.
  • Team Knicks wins the KIA Shooting Stars. Jalen Brunson, Karl-Anthony Towns and Allan Houston combined for 47 points to beat Team Cameron in the final to win the KIA Shooting Stars.
  • Keshad Johnson wins the AT&T Slam Dunk Contest. Johnson beat Carter Bryant in the finals to take down the Slam Dunk Contest.

State Farm 3-Point Champion: Damian Lillard

KIA Shooting Stars Teams Champion: Team Knicks

AT&T Slam Dunk Champion: Keshad Johnson


8:09 p.m. ET / Feb. 14

All-Star Saturday in the Books

-It was an exciting All-Star Saturday, with Damian Lillard stealing the show.

The sharpshooter from Portland captured his third title in the State Farm 3-Point Contest. This is the first time fans have seen him this season, and seeing him back in his Portland uniform was quite the sight.

-Keshad Johnson wins the AT&T Slam Dunk Contest.

Johnson beat Carter Bryant in the final, despite Bryant posting the only 50 of the night. We’ll post Johnson’s best dunk below.

-Team Knicks takes down the KIA Shooting Stars.

Jalen Brunson, Karl-Anthony Towns and Allan Houston dropped 47 points to beat Team Cameron to win the KIA Shooting Stars.


7:54 p.m. ET / Feb. 14

Keshad Johnson = Slam Dunk Champion

Johnson beat Carter Bryant in the finals to take down the AT&T Slam Dunk Contest.

He showcased some absurd leaps and athleticism in this showcase performance.

See his final dunk below, as well as his top-scoring dunk!


7:41 p.m. ET / Feb. 14

Keshad Johnson and Carter Bryant are Battling… Sheesh

Not only did Johnson throw down a nasty between-the-legs reverse, but he also did it on his first try!

That’s some way to kickstart the finals.

Carter Bryant responded with an equally absurd between-the-legs alley-oop dunk.

Bryant scored our first 50 of the night!

Johnson scored 49.6 points.

See the final dunks on NBC and Peacock.


7:32 p.m. ET / Feb. 14

Carter Bryant and Keshad Johnson Advance to the AT&T Slam Dunk Contest Final

Carter Bryant scored 49.2 points to advance to the finals. (94.8 total)

Keshad Johnson dropped 45.4 points to advance to the finals. (92.8 total)

Jaxson Hayes had a 47.2 in that round (91.8 total)

Jase Richardson had 43.4 points. (88.8 total)

 


7:22 p.m. ET / Feb. 14

First Dunks are in the Books

We saw some sexy dunks from our participants in the opening round.

Keshad Johnson leads the way with 47.4 points

Carter Bryant had 45.6 points.

Jase Richardson has 45.4 points.

Jaxson Hayes had 44.6 points.

 


7:12 p.m. ET / Feb. 14

Stand Up! Ludacris is in the Building

Ludacris has made a name for himself as one of the greatest rappers of all time and a brilliant actor/

He put on a show in LA to bridge the KIA Shooting Stars and AT&T Dunk Contest.

See the performance below!


7:04 p.m. ET / Feb. 14

AT&T Slam Dunk Contest Starting

The Slam Dunk Contest has been the premier event for All-Star Weekend, and we’re moments away from seeing some slams.

Jase Richardson will look to make his dad proud because Josh Richardson is known as one of the greatest Slam Dunk participants in NBA history.

See this young group of players showcase their stuff on NBC and Peacock.

AT&T Slam Dunk Participants

  • Carter Bryant, San Antonio Spurs
  • Jaxson Hayes, Los Angeles Lakers
  • Keshad Johnson, Miami Heat
  • Jase Richardson, Orlando Magic


6:49 p.m. ET / Feb. 14

Team Knicks Wins KIA Shooting Stars

In this new-look event, Team Knicks won in epic fashion.

Team Cameron put up a formidable 39 points, but Team Knicks scored 47 to capture the crown.

Karl-Anthony Towns, Jalen Brunson and Allan Houston took home the hardware.

An honorable mention to Rick Brunson, who was the designated passer and the dad of Jalen.

 


6:33 p.m. ET / Feb. 14

KIA Shooting Stars Final is Set

Team Knicks had the best showing, dropping 31 points to advance to the finals.

They’ll face Team Cameron in the Final.

See how it finishes on NBC and Peacock.

  • Team Knicks:
    • Jalen Brunson (New York Knicks)
    • Karl-Anthony Towns (New York Knicks)
    • Allan Houston (NBA Legend)
  • Team Cameron:
    • Jalen Johnson (Atlanta Hawks)
    • Kon Knueppel (Charlotte Hornets)
    • Corey Maggette (NBA Legend)


6:22 p.m. ET / Feb. 14

KIA Shooting Stars is Underway

Here are the teams and participants:

See the action on NBC and Peacock.

  • Team All-Star:
    • Scottie Barnes (Toronto Raptors),
    • Chet Holmgren (Oklahoma City Thunder)
    • Richard Hamilton (NBA Legend)
  • Team Cameron:
    • Jalen Johnson (Atlanta Hawks)
    • Kon Knueppel (Charlotte Hornets)
    • Corey Maggette (NBA Legend)
  • Team Harper:
    • Dylan Harper (San Antonio Spurs),
    • Ron Harper Jr. (Boston Celtics)
    • Ron Harper (NBA Legend)
  • Team Knicks:
    • Jalen Brunson (New York Knicks)
    • Karl-Anthony Towns (New York Knicks)
    • Allan Houston (NBA Legend)


6:11 p.m. ET / Feb. 14

What a Finish!

This was one of the best 3-Point Contests of all time, with Damian Lillard capturing his third crown.

Dame put up 29 points in the final round but was narrowly caught by Devin Booker.

Booker had three shots to tie it on his final rack but fell just shy. Putting up 27 points is no joke, though.

See that finish here!


6:02 p.m. ET / Feb. 14

Damian Lillard Captures 3-Point Contest Once Again

Dame made his return to the court and did what he does best.

Lillard dropped 29 points in the final round to defeat Devin Booker and Kon Knueppel.

That’s his third 3-Point Contest crown.

What a story after not playing all season.


5:53 p.m. ET / Feb. 14

Damian Lillard Drops 27 in Return to Action

Dame hasn’t been able to play this season, but he showcased his elite shooting in the 3-Point Contest.

The 3-time 3-Point champ has advanced to the final round with Kon Knueppel and Devin Booker.

All three guys had at least 27 points!

See Booker, Lillard and Knueppel battle for the crown on NBC and Peacock.


5:47 p.m. ET / Feb. 14

Devin Booker’s Form is Undeniable

There aren’t many better-looking shots in the world than Devin Booker.

That was on full display when he dropped 30 points in the opening round.

He has the highest score and has advanced to the next round.


5:38 p.m. ET / Feb. 14

Spida is Scorching

Donovan Mitchell leads all players in the NBA with 185 3-pointers made, and he got off to a nice start here.

Kon Knueppel got us started with a ridiculous 27 points, but Mitchell followed him up with 24 points.

Donovan Mitchell sits in second place after some sharpshooting from the corners.


5:29 p.m. ET / Feb. 14

Kon Knueppel gets us started

The rookie has been setting records with his 3-point shooting, and he put on a display to kickstart the State Farm 3-Point Contest.

He dropped 27 points in the opening round.

Donovan Mitchell followed him up with 24 points.

 


5:19 p.m. ET / Feb. 14

We’re Live

We kickstart the night with the State Farm 3-Point Contest.

We’ll follow that up with the KIA Shooting Stars

The finale will be the AT&T Slam Dunk Contest.

See the action on NBC and Peacock.


5:02 p.m. ET / Feb. 14

He’s Baaaack! Damian Lillard Back in Action!

Damian Lillard has won two 3-Point Contests throughout his career and will look to add another notch to his belt here.

He’s been out all season with an Achilles issue, but fans can’t wait to see him shoot some 3’s tonight!

Seeing him back in a Portland uniform will be a sight to see.

See the action on NBC and Peacock.


4:54 p.m. ET / Feb. 14

State Farm 3-Point Contest Starts Shortly…

The State Farm 3-Point Contest has become one of the most popular events at All-Star Weekend and we have a great pool of players tonight.

  • Devin Booker, Phoenix Suns
  • Kon Knueppel, Charlotte Hornets
  • Damian Lillard, Portland Trail Blazers
  • Tyrese Maxey, Philadelphia 76ers
  • Donovan Mitchell, Cleveland Cavaliers
  • Jamal Murray, Denver Nuggets
  • Bobby Portis Jr., Milwaukee Bucks
  • Norman Powell, Miami Heat

 


4:37 p.m. ET / Feb. 14

Dunk Contest Participants

One of the highlights of every All-Star Weekend is the Dunk Contest, and we have a fun group of youngsters on display tonight.

Jaxson Hayes (Los Angeles Lakers)

Carter Bryant (San Antonio Spurs)

Keshad Johnson (Miami Heat)

Jase Richardson (Orlando Magic)

That contest will take place later tonight on NBC and Peacock!


2:12 p.m. ET / Feb. 13

Carter and Jase say hello


1:33 p.m. ET / Feb. 13

Dame from range

The Trail Blazers’ star is a legend in the 3-point contest.


1:05 p.m. ET / Feb. 13

The Richardson legacy

Before Jase takes off in the 2026 AT&T Slam Dunk Contest, check out some highlights from his dad, Jason, who was a two-time champion in 2002 and 2003.


11:11 a.m. ET / Feb. 13

Kon on target

Knueppel is the fifth rookie to take part in the 3-point contest, joining Dennis Scott, Kyle Korver, Stephen Curry and Devin Booker.

No first-year player has ever won.


10:15 p.m. ET / Feb. 13

Learn more about our AT&T Slam Dunk Contest participants

Our field includes:

  • Carter Bryant, San Antonio Spurs
  • Jaxson Hayes, Los Angeles Lakers
  • Keshad Johnson, Miami Heat
  • Jase Richardson, Orlando Magic

All four players are making their event debuts.

The field includes two rookies: Bryant and Richardson.  Bryant, a 6-6 forward, was selected 14th overall by San Antonio in the 2025 NBA Draft, while Richardson, a 6-1 guard, was selected 25th overall by Orlando.  Richardson is the son of two-time AT&T Slam Dunk champion Jason Richardson (2002 and 2003).

Hayes, a 7-foot center, is in his seventh NBA season and third with the Lakers.  Johnson, a 6-6 forward, is in his second NBA season after splitting last season between Miami and its NBA G League affiliate, the Sioux Falls Skyforce.

Hayes is the backup center for the Lakers, while Bryant has recently seen his role increase to become a regular reserve forward for the Spurs.

Richardson has played spot minutes for the Magic, showing scoring punch, including dropping a career-high 20 points against the Washington Wizards on Jan. 6.

Johnson has been a deep-bench hustle player for the Heat, averaging 7.6 minutes per game over 21 contests.


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