Overview
- The Slam Dunk Contest is scheduled for Feb. 14 at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood during NBA All-Star Weekend.
- ESPN’s Shams Charania reported the invitations for Hayes and Bryant, which multiple outlets echoed.
- Hayes drew fresh buzz this week with an in-game between-the-legs Eastbay dunk against the Bulls.
- Hayes is averaging 6.4 points and 3.9 rebounds on 77.3% shooting, while Bryant, the 2025 No. 14 pick, has logged 2.5 points and 1.7 rebounds in limited minutes.
- With McClung out, the contest will crown a new winner as organizers finalize the remaining two participants.