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Damian Lillard captured his third NBA All-Star 3-point contest title, edging Devin Booker and tying the record for most wins in contest history.
The NBA Slam Dunk contest faces renewed scrutiny as 1984 champion Larry Nance Sr. says today’s stars may be avoiding the event out of fear of losing, urging players to embrace competition.
The 2026 NBA All-Star Game will feature three teams, including a new international squad, and a round-robin schedule at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood.