There is a noticeable lack of star talent in the 2025 NBA Slam Dunk Contest. While there are some high-flyers in the field, including back-to-back reigning dunk contest champion Mac McClung as well as Andre Jackson Jr. and rookies Stephon Castle and Matas Buzelis, the lack of a big name in the pool is a bit disappointing—albeit not too surprising.

Here are the four judges for the NBA Slam Dunk Contest: Davis and Richardson both played for the hosting Warriors, while Garnett and McGrady are widely recognized greats. Davis is playing in the All-Star Celebrity Game on Friday night, so he's enjoying quite a homecoming week in the Bay Area.

The NBA Slam Dunk contest is defined by its most thrilling competitions over time. Here are some of the most memorable.