The NBA has officially announced the list of players set to compete in the 2026 NBA All-Star 3-Point Contest, which will take place at Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California, on Saturday, February 14, 2026. The event is one of the marquee attractions of NBA All-Star Saturday Night.
According to the NBA’s official release, the contest will tip off at 5:00 PM local time and will be broadcast live on NBC and Peacock.
2026 NBA All-Star 3-Point Contest Participants
A total of eight players will compete in this year’s contest, featuring a mix of elite shooters, former champions, and first-time participants.
Main Participants
- Devin Booker (Phoenix Suns)
- Tyrese Maxey (Philadelphia 76ers)
- Donovan Mitchell (Cleveland Cavaliers)
- Jamal Murray (Denver Nuggets)
- Norman Powell (Miami Heat)
Additional Participants
- Damian Lillard (Portland Trail Blazers)
- Kon Knueppel (Charlotte Hornets)
- Bobby Portis Jr. (Milwaukee Bucks)
Former Champions and Record Watch
This year’s contest features two former champions:
- Devin Booker, winner of the 2018 edition
- Damian Lillard, champion in both 2023 and 2024
For Lillard, the 2026 contest carries historic significance. A victory would allow him to tie the all-time record of three 3-Point Contest titles, currently held by NBA legends Larry Bird and Craig Hodges.
Debutants and Potential History Makers
Four players will be making their All-Star 3-Point Contest debut:
- Kon Knueppel
- Tyrese Maxey
- Jamal Murray
- Bobby Portis Jr.
Knueppel, in particular, has a chance to make history as the first rookie ever to win the NBA All-Star 3-Point Contest.
3-Point Contest Format
The contest will be held in a two-round format:
- Each participant has 70 seconds to score as many points as possible from designated three-point shooting spots
- The top three scorers from the first round advance to the final
- The player with the highest score in the final round is crowned champion
Prediction: 2026 All-Star 3-Point Contest
Favorite to win: Damian Lillard
Based on his experience and dominant performances in recent editions, Lillard remains the strongest favorite to claim his third title. Devin Booker and Donovan Mitchell are expected to provide stiff competition, while Tyrese Maxey could emerge as a dark horse.
Consistency under pressure will be the key factor in determining the eventual winner.
Conclusion
The 2026 NBA All-Star 3-Point Contest is set to deliver an exciting showdown between proven champions and rising stars. Beyond the title itself, the spotlight will be on Damian Lillard’s pursuit of a historic third championship in this iconic event.
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