NBA All-Star 2026 kicks off on Saturday with Media Day at 1:30 p.m. ET, followed by a trio of events, including the 3-point contest, shooting stars event and the slam dunk contest, starting at 5 p.m. ET.
First up is the 3-point contest, which marks the first time Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard takes the court in an official capacity this season ashe continues to rehab an Achilles injury. He's seeking his third 3-point contest title after back-to-back wins in 2023 and 2024.
In addition to Lillard, the other participants are: Donovan Mitchell (Cleveland Cavaliers), Devin Booker (Phoenix Suns), Kon Knueppel (Charlotte Hornets), Tyrese Maxey (Philadelphia 76ers), Jamal Murray (Denver Nuggets), Bobby Portis Jr. (Milwaukee Bucks) and Norman Powell (Miami Heat).
Mitchell currently leads the league with 185 3-pointers made this year, while rookie Knueppel ranks second with 183.
Then comes the shooting stars contest, where four teams consisting of two current NBA players and one NBA legend compete in two rounds, scoring points while rotating through different shooting locations around the court.
Last is the slam dunk contest, where the four participants will compete in a two-round showdown with judges scoring each jump. In the first round, all four participants will attempt two dunks, with two advancing to the final round. In the second round, each finalist will attempt two dunks, and the highest-scoring of the two will win it all.
The four participants for this year's slam dunk contest are: Carter Bryant (San Antonio Spurs), Jaxson Hayes (Los Angeles Lakers), Jase Richardson (Orlando Magic) and Keshad Johnson (Miami Heat). Notably, this year's rotation won't include Mac McClung, who won his third consecutive Slam Dunk Contest victory last year and is currently on a two-way contract with the Chicago Bulls.
How to watch 2026 slam dunk contest, 3-point contest
Start time:5 p.m. ET (3-point contest, followed by shooting stars, slam dunk)Location:Intuit Dome | Inglewood, Calif.TV channel:NBC, Peacock
Follow along with Yahoo Sports for the latest updates from the NBA's slam dunk contest and 3-point contests on All-Star Saturday:
NBA competition committee evaluating draft system and lottery, says Adam Silver
Adam Silver on the recent tanking epidemic, admitting that tanking has been associated with the NBA for decades, but recent behavior from teams like Utah and Indiana is what led to fines. pic.twitter.com/XoRE7g8xte
— Kelly Iko (@KellyIko) February 14, 2026
Silver: NBA viewing prediction markets like sports betting companies
NBA commissioner Adam Silver was asked about Giannis Antetokounmpo's recent deal with prediction market company Kalshi. He said the league views prediction markets the same as sports betting companies.
"We need a better handle on all the activity happening out there," he said.
Adam Silver on Giannis' recent partnership with Kalshi:
"We currently are looking at prediction markets in the same way as sports betting companies. In the case of Giannis, it's a minuscule investment…..We need a better handle on all the activity happening out there."— Kelly Iko (@KellyIko) February 14, 2026
Silver: No decision has been made in league's Clippers investigation
Asked about the investigation into the Los Angeles Clippers' alleged side deal with Kawhi Leonard and sustainability company Aspiration, NBA commissioner Adam Silver said no decision has been reached. However, he also acknowledged that he's not involved in the daily proceedings of the investigation, being conducted by an outside firm.
Adam Silver on Clippers investigation: " I haven't come to any decisions whatsoever yet on the Clippers matter... from everything I've been told, the Clippers have been fully cooperative. But as I said, I'm not involved day to day in the investigation."
— Law Murray 🏴☠️ (@LawMurrayTheNU) February 14, 2026
Leonard allegedly received $28 million from Aspiration in an endorsement deal, though he provided no services. The deal appeared to be an effort to circumvent the NBA's salary cap as Leonard signed a four-year, $176 million extension with the Clippers.
NBA board of governors will review expansion in March
The NBA board of governors is expected to "take the next steps" on expansion during its March meetings, according to Adam Silver. The meetings will likely determine which ownership groups and markets could potentially buy a team.
NBA Commissioner Adam Silver says that the BOG will likely come out of its March meetings ready to "take the next steps" on expansion. Understanding what parties might be interested in buying a team. He says "relocation is not on the table."
— Ramona Shelburne (@ramonashelburne) February 14, 2026
Silver added that relocating a team to a different market is not considered an option.
Adam Silver says NBA is seeing worse tanking behavior this season
Adam Silver: "Are we seeing [tanking] behavior that's worse this year than in recent memory? Yes."
— Chris Mannix (@SIChrisMannix) February 14, 2026
Dunk contest odds
San Antonio Spurs rookie Carter Bryant is currently the odds favorite to win Saturday's dunk contest, per BetMGM's John Ewings.
Bryant is currently tied with Los Angeles Lakers center Jaxson Hayes for the highest percentage of tickets wagered at 28%. Hayes also leads the way with 33% of the handle wagered, followed by Miami Heat forward Kashad Johnson.
NBA All-Star Dunk Contest betting at @BetMGM
Dunk Contest is the least bet (money) event 😢 pic.twitter.com/rrM01UtR4v— John Ewing (@johnewing) February 13, 2026
