The dunk contest has been rejuvenated ever since Zach LaVine participated in it a few years ago. LaVine is currently out with a major knee injury, but 2016 runner-up Aaron Gordon will be ready to roll. Gordon had some jaw-dropping slams last year, and many people thought he was robbed of winning it all.
Glenn Robinson III is probably the sleeper among this year’s participants, which says a lot considering he can get up there. Here’s what he told Scott Agness regarding the dunk contest.
I’m just excited. It’s going to be my first time at all-star weekend, first time being in front of all the players and celebrities.