NBA 2026 Slam Dunk contest participants

San Antonio Spurs forward Carter Bryant (11) looks up
in the first half against the Dallas Mavericks at Frost Bank Center.
Credit: Daniel Dunn-Imagn Images

The 2026 NBA Slam Dunk Contest is shaping up to be one of the most intriguing showcases of athleticism during NBA All-Star Saturday Night, set for Saturday, February 14 at 5 p.m. ET at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California. This event, part of the league’s midseason celebration that runs Feb. 13–15, brings together an exciting mix of explosive young talent and dynamic leapers eager to light up the stage. With broadcast coverage on NBC and Peacock, fans across the country will tune in to see who can deliver the most jaw-dropping jams and claim Dunk Contest glory.

Carter Bryant – San Antonio Spurs

Carter Bryant is one of the youthful faces in this year’s dunk lineup, drafted 14th overall in 2025. While his regular-season numbers might not jump off the page yet, his athleticism and collegiate dunk highlights have made him an intriguing pick for the contest. Fans will be watching to see if he can bring creativity and flair that transcends his box score.

By Angel Atienza-Romero

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