Key Highlights
- NBA All-Star Weekend events kick off on Saturday with the Dunk Contest, 3-Point Contest, and Shooting Stars.
- Bettors can place wagers on these events at DraftKings Sportsbook.
- Team Knicks is favored in the Shooting Stars event, while Donovan Mitchell is a top pick for the 3-Point Contest.
- Jase Richardson is a dark horse contender for the Dunk Contest despite the lack of star participants.
The Weekend’s Bets: Saturday Events at NBA All-Star
Saturday marks the start of the 2026 NBA All-Star festivities with three key events: the Dunk Contest, 3-Point Contest, and Shooting Stars. The action kicks off at 5 p.m. ET from Intuit Dome in Los Angeles.
Shooting Stars: Team Knicks vs. Team Cameron
Betting on the Shooting Stars event is all about choosing which team will dominate. DraftKings lists Team Knicks, featuring Jalen Brunson, Karl-Anthony Towns, and Allan Houston, as the +170 favorite. Team Cameron, led by Duke alums Kon Knueppel, Jalen Johnson, and Corey Maggette, is a solid second at +250.
The remaining teams—Team All-Stars (Scottie Barnes, Chet Holmgren, Rip Hamilton) and Team Harper (Dylan Harper, Ron Harper Jr., Ron Harper Sr.)—are less likely to win with odds of +300 and +425 respectively.
My pick? Team Knicks.
3-Point Contest: A Tale of Two Stars
The 3-point contest is set to feature eight participants, including Damian Lillard, the defending champion. Lillard is a formidable favorite at +400, while Knueppel (+240) and Jamal Murray (+650) are also in contention.
Other notable names include Tyrese Maxey (+700), Donovan Mitchell (+750), Devin Booker (+650), Norman Powell (+1000), and Bobby Portis (+1200). While Lillard’s health status is a wild card, his past successes make him the most likely winner. However, my pick leans towards Donovan Mitchell at +750.
Dunk Contest: No Headliners
The Dunk Contest lacks star power but still offers betting opportunities. Jaxson Hayes (+200) and Carter Bryant (+175) are the favorites, while Keshad Johnson (+360) and Jase Richardson (+500) offer more value.
Richardson is a dark horse with his father Jason Richardson’s two-time win in the event. Given the lack of flashy participants, betting on the underdog seems wise. My pick: Jase Richardson.
Betting Wisdom
NBA All-Star Weekend offers plenty for bettors to consider. Whether it’s betting on the Shooting Stars, 3-Point Contest, or Dunk Contest, there are opportunities and risks. Team Knicks in the Shooting Stars, Donovan Mitchell for the 3-Point Contest, and Jase Richardson for the Dunk Contest seem like solid bets based on current odds.
So, as you place your wagers, remember: it’s a game of chance but also strategy. Happy betting!