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Lillard's Achilles Tear: A Slam Dunk for 3-Point Contest?
14 Feb
Summary
- Damian Lillard will compete in the 3-point contest despite a season-ending Achilles injury.
- NBA All-Star Saturday features the 3-point contest, Shooting Stars Challenge, and dunk showcase.
- The events begin earlier at 5 p.m. ET due to NBC's Winter Olympics coverage.
NBA All-Star Saturday is set to electrify the Intuit Dome with a trio of exciting events: the 3-point contest, the Shooting Stars Challenge, and the dunk showcase. Damian Lillard, who is sidelined for the season with a torn Achilles, has made a surprise entry into the 3-point contest, aiming to replicate his past successes. He will compete alongside other sharpshooters, including Devin Booker, who also has a previous win in the event.
The action is scheduled to begin earlier than usual, at 5 p.m. ET, to accommodate NBC's broadcast of the Winter Olympics. The 3-point contest follows a familiar format, with players shooting from designated spots and special money balls offering bonus points. The top three scorers will advance to the championship round.
Following the 3-point contest, the Shooting Stars Challenge will feature four teams composed of current players, retirees, and legends. This event replaces the NBA Skills Challenge this year and last took place eleven years ago in 2015. The final event of the night is the highly anticipated dunk contest, with a panel of former champions serving as judges, including Dominique Wilkins and Dwight Howard.
