2026 NBA AT&T Slam Dunk Contest Betting - Basketball Lines

2026 NBA AT&T Slam Dunk Contest Betting

For 2026, the AT&T Slam Dunk will crown a new champion, with all four players making their event debuts.

The field includes two rookies: Carter Bryant and Jase 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).

Jaxson Hayes, a 7-foot center, is in his seventh NBA season and third with the Lakers. Keshad 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.

AT&T Slam Dunk will feature a two-round format, with judges scoring each dunk. In the first round, all four players will attempt two dunks, and the combined score will determine the top two who advance to the final round. Each finalist will then attempt two additional dunks, with the higher combined score determining the champion.

NBA Betting Lines

Event: 2026 AT&T Slam Dunk Contest

When: Saturday, February 14, 2026, 5:00 PM ET

Where: Intuit Dome, Inglewood, CA

Network Coverage: NBC and Peacock

2026 AT&T Slam Dunk Contest Odds

Jaxson Hayes +175

Carter Bryant +175

Keshad Johnson +450

Jase Richardson +500

Along with the 3-point shooting contest, the Slam Dunk contest remains arguably the most popular event of NBA All-Star weekend. Thus, there will be considerable betting traffic and viewership.

2026 AT&T Slam Dunk Contest Participants

Carter Bryant (San Antonio Spurs): Carter Bryant is a rookie forward for the San Antonio Spurs, selected as the 14th overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft. He is known for his elite vertical athleticism and "3-and-D" potential. Bryant has primarily served as a developmental depth piece in his first year, rotating between the main roster and the G League's Austin Spurs.

Jaxson Hayes (Los Angeles Lakers): Jaxson Hayes is a seventh-year center for the Los Angeles Lakers. Standing 7'0" with elite vertical athleticism, he currently serves as a high-energy rim protector and lob threat for the Lakers, primarily coming off the bench behind Deandre Ayton.

Keshad Johnson (Miami Heat): Keshad Johnson is a forward for the Miami Heat, currently in his second NBA season. Known for his explosive verticality and defensive versatility, Johnson earned the nickname "Showtime" during his collegiate career at Arizona and San Diego State.

Jase Richardson (Orlando Magic): Jase Richardson is a rookie combo guard for the Orlando Magic. He was selected 25th overall in the 2025 NBA Draft out of Michigan State. Richardson is the son of two-time NBA Dunk Contest champion Jason Richardson (2002, 2003) and will attempt to follow in his father's footsteps on February 14, 2026.

Slam Dunk Contest Format

Four players compete in the first round, with the top two advancing to a final head-to-head round.

In Round 1, all four participants attempt two dunks each. Judges score each dunk individually, and the combined score of both dunks determines the two finalists.

In the Final Round, the two finalists attempt two additional dunks. The player with the highest combined score from this round is crowned the champion.

The Judging & Timing for the dunks are scored by a panel of judges, typically on a scale of 40–50. Participants generally have 45 seconds (plus limited additional attempts) to complete each dunk.

NBA Slam Dunk Winners (2000)

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