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Jaxson Hayes accepts NBA Slam Dunk Contest invitation

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Lakers' Hayes, Spurs' Bryant Reportedly Accept NBA Slam Dunk Contest Invites After McClung Decision

The first two participants in the 2026 NBA Slam Dunk Contest have reportedly been set.

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Lakers center Jaxson Hayes will be in NBA Slam Dunk Contest

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Jaxson Hayes, Carter Bryant accept Slam Dunk Contest invitations

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Jaxson Hayes to compete in Slam Dunk Contest at All-Star weekend

Los Angeles Lakers center Jaxson Hayes and San Antonio Spurs rookie Carter Bryant have accepted invitations to the 2026 NBA Slam Dunk Contest at All-Star weekend in L.A., sources tell ESPN.

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Report: Lakers' Hayes, Spurs' Bryant accept invites to dunk contest

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Arizona alum Carter Bryant to participate in NBA Slam Dunk Contest

3X Reigning Dunk Contest Champ Makes His Decision for 2026

Speaking of, the 3X reigning Slam Dunk contest champion announced this weekend that he has decided on whether or not to compete in the 2026 contest. Mac McClung has been wowing judges, fans, and fellow players for three straight years. But unfortunately, we will not get to see him this time.

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Mac McClung Announces NBA Dunk Contest Decision After Winning Last Three Editions

Mac McClung explains his dunk contest plans for 2026 after winning three straight titles.

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Three-time slam dunk champ Mac McClung skipping 2026 contest

Three-time defending NBA Slam Dunk Contest champion Mac McClung will not defend his title, electing not to participate in the 2026 All-Star showcase.