The NBA Slam Dunk Contest took a step back without Mac McClung. But McClung had to take his own step back to earn what Keshad Johnson already has with the Heat – a consistent NBA role.

Keshad Johnson won the 2026 NBA slam dunk contest. Here's everything you need to know about the new dunk champ.

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Vince Carter claims the NBA offered him, Tracy McGrady, LeBron James, and Kobe Bryant $1 million to compete in the Slam Dunk Contest.

Jase Richardson made his mark in his outing in the Dunk Contest. He still has much to do to carve his own legacy on the court.

SportsLine expert Mike Barner just revealed his NBA picks and All-Star Weekend predictions for Saturday's NBA dunk contest as a new champ will be crowned