The NBA Slam Dunk Contest has seen 360 spins, windmills, huge jumps in Timberland boots and unsuccessful kiss attempts. The 2024 version, however, will feature something that hasn't been seen in seven years: an actual All-Star.
Boston Celtics forward Jaylen Brown was announced Thursday as in the field for this season's Slam Dunk Contest, becoming the first All-Star to participate in the All-Star Weekend event since DeAndre Jordan in 2017.
Brown will compete against Miami Heat rookie Jaime Jaquez Jr.