Detroit Pistons All-Star Jalen Duren will make his Slam Dunk contest debut at the 2026 NBA All-Star Weekend in Los Angeles. Averaging 18 points and 10.7 rebounds this season, Duren joins Lakers center Jaxson Hayes and Spurs rookie Carter Bryant in the competition.
Detroit Pistons first-time All-Star Jalen Duren will compete in the 2026 NBA Slam Dunk contest in Los Angeles, Shams Charania reports.
Jalen Duren
Jalen Duren
Jalen Duren
MIN: 28.15
PTS: 18.02 (66.42%)
REB: 10.66
AS: 1.8
ST: 0.93
BL: 0.83
TO: 1.93
GM: 41
The 22-year-old big man will make his debut in the event alongside Lakers center Jaxson Hayes and Spurs rookie Carter Bryant.
Duren has been a standout this season, appearing in 41 games and averaging 18.0 points and 10.7 rebounds per game while shooting 63.5 percent from the field.
His combination of size, athleticism, and vertical explosiveness makes him a natural fit for the high-flying competition.
The Pistons have benefited from Duren’s dominant play, sitting first in the Eastern Conference with a 36-12 record. While his in-game impact has been undeniable, fans will now get to see his skills on full display in the Slam Dunk contest.
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