Feb 17, 2024 · In the 21 years James has been in the NBA, he has never participated in a dunk contest during All-Star Weekend. Despite having immense star power and a thunderous one-hander, the four-time...

Mar 7, 2021 · Fans never got a single dunk contest out of LeBron James. Skip Bayless and Shannon Sharpe give their best guesses as to why.

Jun 12, 2023 · In a recent interview with BallySports, Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James shed light on his decision to never participate in the NBA Slam Dunk Contest. James, known for his remarkable athleticism and jaw-dropping dunks during games, explained why the contest was never a personal goal of his.

Feb 5, 2022 · LeBron hasn’t competed in an NBA Slam Dunk Contest, but he does have experience in the arena. Back in 2003, James competed in the Powerade Jam Fest as part of the McDonald’s All-American Game, and he beat out Von Wafer and Shannon Brown for the title.

Jun 13, 2023 · In his storied 20-year career, LeBron has created highlight plays, including some powerful and creative dunks. Despite his elite athleticism and creativity, the Los Angeles Lakers star wing did not participate in the Slam Dunk Contest even once during his career.

Feb 17, 2024 · LeBron James, the NBA’s brightest star, has never competed in a slam dunk contest. There was that one time, however, when he said he would.

Jun 15, 2023 · Fans were clamoring for years for James to join due to his highlight reel dunks, but the Los Angeles Lakers star never participated. When asked why he never joined the event, James said winning...

Feb 19, 2021 · Back in 2003, at just 18-years-old LeBron won the McDonald's Slam Dunk Contest and showed he's got what it takes. So why wouldn't he try the same in the NBA? He didn't seem very interested in his early years.

Jun 12, 2023 · In a recent interview, James explained why he has never felt eager to take part in the dunk contest. He said it was simply never one of his career goals.

Jan 22, 2024 · LeBron James’ reasons for avoiding the dunk contest throughout his career have finally been revealed. According to ESPN’s Brian Windhorst, who has covered James closely his entire career, part of James’ refusal to participate was because he wasn’t selected as an All-Star in his rookie season.