The 2025 edition of NBA All-Star Weekend is shaping up to be a pretty exciting contest. This year’s events are not just about the game but more of a community impact. The NBA is teaming up with the Golden State Warriors to put on a ton of events around San Francisco, from engaging over 2000 kids in clinical programs to donating over $2 million to Bay Area and HBCU communities. But the highlights of these events would be the Slam Dunk Contest, the Three-Point Contest, and the Skills Challenge. As All-Star weekend approaches, let’s take a look at who will be showing up in this year’s events.
Who are the participants and the judges for the 2025 NBA Slam Dunk contest in San Francisco?
First up is the NBA All-Star Slam Dunk contest. This year will see familiar faces with some fresh talent joining the competition. The participants will include Matas Buzelis from the Chicago Bulls, Stephon Castle from the San Antonio Spurs, and Andre Jackson Jr. from the Milwaukee Bucks, trying to take the crown. But the big story here is the G League star Mac McClung.
The Osceola Magic Guard has won it for the last two years, and this year he’ll be aiming it for the third time. The judging panel this year will include some big names like Baron Davis, Kevin Garnett, Tracy McGrady, and Jason Richardson. Plus, for the first time ever, fans will get to participate in scoring each dunk. Jesser, a popular basketball content creator, will reveal the average fan score, adding a unique twist to the event.
Who are the participants for the 2025 NBA All-Star three-point contest?
Then there’s the 3-Point Contest, which brings all the excitement in the field. Eight guys will be out there trying to light it up from beyond the arc, starting with reigning champion Damian Lillard. The Milwaukee Bucks point guard will return to defend his title, aiming for a rare three-peat. If he pulls it off this year, he’ll join a club of elites to win the contest three times in a row among Larry Bird and Craig Hodges.
Alongside Lillard, the other players in the contest bring a mix of experience and up-and-coming talent. Here’s the list of other participants:
Jalen Brunson (New York Knicks)
Cade Cunningham (Detroit Pistons)
Darius Garland (Cleveland Cavaliers)
Tyler Herro (Miami Heat)
Buddy Hield (Golden State Warriors)
Cam Johnson (Brooklyn Nets)
Norman Powell (Los Angeles Clippers)
This group of shooters is no joke. Herro, for example, is having a career year with the Heat and ranks third in total three-pointers made, while Powell leads all competitors with an impressive 43.1% shooting from deep this season. With such a talented group, it’s anyone’s game, but Lillard’s quest for that third consecutive title will definitely be a storyline to watch.
Who are the participants for the 2025 NBA Skills Challenge?
Finally, there’s the NBA All-Star Skills Challenge, known for its frequently changing format and this year is no exception. Though the specific rules haven’t been released yet, it is known that the competition will now involve four teams. Each team will now consist of two players rather than three. This change in format, with fewer players per team, adds an interesting dynamic to the event.
As usual, this event will test players in three key areas: dribbling, passing, and shooting, which is quite a fun way to showcase the all-around abilities of some of the best players in the league. Team Cavs has Donovan Mitchell and Evan Mobley; Team Rooks is Zaccharie Risacher and Alex Sarr. Chris Paul and Victor Wembanyama are teaming up for Team Spurs. Representing the hometown, Draymond Green and Moses Moody will suit up for Team Warriors.
How to watch this event? Date, time, and broadcast details of the 2025 NBA All-Star Weekend.
The 2025 editions of the Skills Challenge, 3-Point Contest, and Slam Dunk Contest will take place on February 15, 2025. The Golden State Warriors’ Chase Center in San Francisco will serve as the host venue. The events will kick off at 8:00 p.m. EST and all the action will be broadcast on TNT. For international fans, these events will be available through the NBA’s broadcast partners in different regions.
NBA All-Star Saturday Night: Chase Center (TNT)
Skills Challenge, 8 p.m. EST
3-Point Contest, 8:30 p.m. EST
Slam Dunk Contest, 8 p.m. EST
The 2025 NBA All-Star Weekend is shaping up to be a memorable event and the Saturday night event will certainly deliver an unforgettable showcase of talent. Be sure to tune in on February 15 and enjoy one of the biggest celebrations in basketball!
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