15-02-2025
NBA Slam Dunk Contest 2025 lineup: Players, judges, format, rules and tiebreakers
Although the NBA Slam Dunk Contest isn't what it used to be, it's still fun to tune in and watch the players come up with creative ways to emphatically throw it down in front of judges, their fellow NBA stars and the crowd.
In 2025? We've got four participants that include the defending champ twice over — yes, a G League player is the current dunk king! — along with a pair of very intriguing rookies and a second-year player.
Here's a look at the entire list of participants, the judges, and the format and rules so you know how it's all going to go down:
Who's participating in the 2025 NBA Dunk Contest?
Mac McClung, Osceola Magic of the G League
Stephon Castle, San Antonio Spurs
Andre Jackson Jr., Milwaukee Bucks
Matas Buzelis, Chicago Bulls
Who are the Slam Dunk Contest judges?
Kevin Garnett
Tracy McGrady
Baron Davis
Jason Richardson
Fans will get a vote via the NBA app and Jesser will reveal their score
What are the rules and format for the 2025 NBA Dunk Contest? What's the tiebreaker?
In the first round, players will get two dunk attempts and the highest composite score wins. If there's a tie, per the NBA: 'Jesser will provide a tie-breaking pick on behalf of the NBA ID community.'
The top two dunkers move on. Each player will complete their two dunks. The best dunk score wins. The dunkers will have a minute and 30 seconds and three attempts total.
What time is the 2025 NBA Dunk Contest?
All-Star Saturday starts at 8 p.m. ET at the Chase Center in San Francisco.
What channel is the 2025 NBA Dunk contest on?
It's on TNT and truTV.
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