NBA All Star 2026 Dunk Contest: Participants, Judges & More Details
With All-Star weekend in a few days, here's everything you need to know about the 2026 Dunk Contest, right here on Essentially Sports.
Prayer Pours In From Terrell Owens as NBA Legend Chris Paul Announces Retirement
After 21 Years
NFL Hall of Famer Terrell Owens joins all other sports personalities over the retirement of NBA's legendary point guard, Chris Paul.
Klay Thompson, Paige Bueckers Escape Epstein Files Probe Crossfire
Klay Thompson and Paige Buecker's agent Casey Wasserman takes the decision to sell his firm after being mentioned in the Epstein files.
Lakers Co-owner Linked to $80M ICE Acquisition Project Amid Protests
Another Lakers co-owner is now making the headlines for an alleged controversy linked with $80 million purchase.
2026 NBA All-Star Weekend Day 1 Recap: Celebrity Game, Rising Star Tournament
Winners, MVPs
NBA All-Star Friday night had enthralling on-court moments and comedic off-court moments. Here's everything you need to know.
Hell Breaks Loose in LA After Ugly Fight Overshadows Anthony Edwards’ All-Star
Weekend Plans
Anthony Edwards' fan event in Los Angeles was overshadowed by unruly fans who misbehaved at the venue, amid the All-Star weekend.
Adam Silver Under Fire as NBA All-Star Weekend Draws Just 900 Fans
As the Rising Stars Challenge at All-Star Weekend draws very little attention, NBA Commissioner Adam Silver takes the blame.
Fans Witness “Robbery” at Celebrity All-Star Game After Tacko Fall Loses MVP
Award to Rome Flynn
Former NBA player Tacko Fall loses Celebrity Game MVP to Rome Flynn, sparking fan outrage across social media.
Vince Carter Sends Firm Message to Luka Doncic, Nikola Jokic and More Over NBA
All-Star Game
After winning the Rising Star challenge, Vince Carter shares the outlook for the All-Star weekend amid Luka Doncic-Nikola Jokic drama.
“Have Some Respect”: Kevin Durant Calls Out ESPN’s Shams Charania for Celebrity
All-Star Game Moment
Veteran NBA insider, Shams Charania, finds himself the butt of jokes by stars like Kevin Durant and Giannis Antetokounmpo.
Kyrie Irving Injury Update: Mavs Star Confirms He Won’t Return Even at 100%
Fitness
After prolonged speculations around his return timeline, Kyrie Irving made his stance clear on his return to basketball court
“Time for Him to Move On”: Bay Area Legend Wants Warriors to Fire Steve Kerr for
Jonathan Kuminga Treatment
A Bay Area legend has given his strong verdict on Steve Kerr's future with the Warriors following his poor treatment of Jonathan Kuminga.
