NBA 2026 slam dunk contest has its 1st participants!
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Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James has never competed in the Slam Dunk Contest over his 23-year career, but head coach JJ Redick joked that the league will try to get the 41-year-old involved after his three slam dunks during a 142-111 road win over the Washington Wizards on Friday evening.
LeBron James racked up another dunk highlight during the fourth quarter of the Lakers' blowout win over the Wizards on Friday night.
The field for the 2026 NBA Dunk Contest is starting to take shape, and the first confirmations signal a clear direction for All-Star Weekend in Los Angeles.
LeBron James made it clear he has no interest in the NBA Slam Dunk Contest, bluntly dismissing the idea at age 41.
LeBron James addressed his possible final visit to Cleveland with the Lakers, as a retirement decision could be imminent.