The NBA’s deadliest snipers are locked and loaded for the 2025 Starry 3-Point Contest, set to electrify fans on Saturday, February 15, at Chase Center in San Francisco. As part of the NBA All-Star Weekend 2025, this highly anticipated showdown promises clutch moments, deep-range fireworks, and a battle for supremacy from beyond the arc.
But the biggest question looms: Can anyone dethrone Damian Lillard?
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The King of the Arc: Lillard’s Shot at History
Damian Lillard (Milwaukee Bucks) enters as the two-time reigning champion, eyeing a third straight victory—a feat only Larry Bird and Craig Hodges have achieved. With his ice-cold shooting under pressure, Lillard is the favorite to take home the trophy once again.
Meet the Challengers: Elite Shooters Ready to Take Over
While Lillard seeks history, a talented field of sharpshooters is set to challenge his dominance.
- Norman Powell (Los Angeles Clippers): The most efficient shooter in the lineup, hitting 43.1% from deep while averaging a career-high 23.9 points per game.
- Tyler Herro (Miami Heat): A volume shooter ranking third in three-pointers made this season, sinking 39.3% from deep.
- Buddy Hield (Golden State Warriors): The 2020 3-Point Contest champion is back, bringing veteran experience.
- Jalen Brunson (New York Knicks): The All-Star starter has turned into a consistent perimeter threat.
- Cade Cunningham (Detroit Pistons): The rising star showcases his ability to hit from long range under pressure.
- Darius Garland (Cleveland Cavaliers): Currently shooting a career-best 42.9% from beyond the arc.
- Cam Johnson (Brooklyn Nets): A breakout performer, averaging a personal-best 19.3 PPG with a smooth stroke from deep.
Odds to Win: Who’s the Favorite?
According to Bet365, the latest NBA 3-Point Contest 2025 odds place Lillard as the frontrunner:
- Damian Lillard: +375 🔥
- Darius Garland: +500
- Norman Powell: +500
- Buddy Hield: +550
- Tyler Herro: +600
- Jalen Brunson: +700
- Cam Johnson: +800
- Cade Cunningham: +1000
Lillard may be favored, but with so many elite shooters in the mix, upsets are bound to happen. Could Powell’s efficiency, Garland’s precision, or Herro’s fearless volume shooting steal the spotlight?
Event Details: Don’t Miss the Action
- 📅 Date: Saturday, February 15, 2025
- ⏰ Time: 8 PM ET (second event of the evening)
- 📍 Location: Chase Center, San Francisco
- 📺 Broadcast: TNT
The stage is set for a high-stakes battle of the NBA’s best long-range assassins. Will Lillard cement his legacy, or will a new king of the arc rise to the occasion? Get ready for the ultimate 3-point shootout!