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Top contenders to win 2026 NBA Slam Dunk Contest

February 13, 2026 12:52 PM

Numbers on the Board review this year's NBA Slam Dunk contest participants and reflect on the event's storied history before discussing who has the best chance to win it on Saturday.

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