California Leads All-Time NBA Slam Dunk Contest Competitors

The Los Angeles Lakers boast a rich history of legendary players, yet they surprisingly have only one win in the 3-Point Contest since its inception in 1986. The last Laker to participate was Nick Young in 2017, who fell short in the first round. Meanwhile, the Slam Dunk Contest remains a highlight of NBA All-Star Weekend, featuring past greats like Vince Carter and current stars like Mac McClung, who is aiming for a third consecutive title. Notably, Aaron Gordon holds the record for the most perfect-score dunks but has never won the contest, while Nate Robinson, with four wins, has only achieved one perfect dunk. This year's competitors include McClung and newcomers Stephon Castle, Andre Jackson Jr., and Matas Buzelis. Historically, California leads in producing Dunk Contest participants, with a total of 19, including McClung.