The 2025 NBA All-Star Weekend takes place in the Bay Arena, with the Slam Dunk contest highlighting the night. This year’s competition will feature reigning champion Mac McClung, along with rookies Matas Buzelis and Stephon Castle, plus second-year player Andre Jackson Jr. The event kicks off at 8 p.m. ET, finishing with the dunk contest reigning as the evening’s grand finale.

Current Odds: McClung leads as the favorite at -190, while Jackson Jr. sits at +550. Buzelis and Castle are both at +600.

Expert Insights: Matt Severance, an NBA expert, advises caution with McClung due to potential judge fatigue and notes competition from Jackson Jr., who has impressed this season.

For a comprehensive analysis and to see all of Severance’s predictions for the 2025 NBA Slam Dunk contest, visit SportsLine.