Heat’s Johnson Edges Spurs Rookie in Thrilling Contest

Miami Heat forward Keshad Johnson has been crowned the champion of the 2026 NBA Slam Dunk Contest. Johnson secured the win with a final-round score of 97.4, narrowly defeating San Antonio Spurs rookie Carter Bryant in a captivating showdown.

The contest saw a dramatic shift in momentum after Bryant opened the final round with a perfect dunk. Still, he was unable to replicate that success on his final attempt, receiving a score of 43 from the judges.

“Johnson finished with a score of 97.4 in the final round.”

CBS Sports

All-Star Weekend Highlights

The 2026 NBA All-Star Weekend kicked off on Friday evening with the Rising Stars Challenge, showcasing the league’s emerging talent. Saturday’s events included the 3-Point Contest and the Shooting Stars Challenge, leading up to the highly anticipated Dunk Contest.

Sunday’s All-Star Game will feature a new format with three teams – the World team, and two American selections, the Stars and Stripes teams – competing in twelve-minute mini-matches.

How to Watch the All-Star Game

Fans can stream the All-Star Game on Bein Sport. Coverage begins at 11:00 p.m. French time on February 15th. Bein Sport has been a long-standing broadcasting partner of the NBA.

Did You Know?

Damian Lillard won his third career 3-point Contest on a repaired Achilles.

FAQ

• Who won the 2026 NBA Slam Dunk Contest? Keshad Johnson of the Miami Heat.
• What was Carter Bryant’s final dunk score? 43.
• Where can I watch the 2026 NBA All-Star Game? On Bein Sport.