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Lillard to Shine in 3-Point Contest Despite Injury
9 Feb
Summary
- Damian Lillard to compete in the 2026 All-Star 3-Point Contest.
- He sustained a torn Achilles during the 2025 NBA Playoffs.
- Lillard has won the 3-Point Contest twice previously.
Portland Trail Blazers star Damian Lillard is scheduled to compete in the 2026 NBA All-Star 3-Point Contest, despite being sidelined for the entire current season due to a torn Achilles. This injury occurred during Game 4 of the first round of the 2025 NBA Playoffs while he was playing for the Milwaukee Bucks against the Indiana Pacers.
Lillard, a nine-time All-Star and accomplished shooter, will participate in the event at Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California. He has a notable history in the three-point competition, having won it twice consecutively in 2023 and 2024. His career is highlighted by clutch performances and his signature "Dame Time."
The 2026 State Farm 3-Point Contest is part of All-Star Saturday night and will take place on February 14th. The event, featuring other contests like the Slam Dunk competition, is set to begin at 5 p.m. ET (2 p.m. PT) and will be broadcast on NBC and Peacock.
