Ja Morant, Aaron Gordon and Slam Dunk Contest

Mac McClung: NBA Slam Dunk Contest 'Deserves' Ja Morant, Aaron Gordon, Zach LaVine
Ja Morant teases dunk contest debut in 2026, challenges Zach LaVine and Aaron Gordon
Aaron Gordon responds to Ja Morant's Dunk Contest message
Zach LaVine responds to Ja Morant, teases slam dunk contest return
As McClung put together a performance that included leaping over a Kia sedan, Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant posted on X: "mac might make me decide to dunk." Morant then replied to his own post, inviting LaVine and Denver Nuggets forward Aaron Gordon to join him.
Aaron Gordon’s Bold Vince Carter Slam Dunk Contest Claim Sparks Mixed Reactions
Denver Nuggets star Aaron Gordon is well-known for his must-see, highlight-reel dunks. His most notable run came in the famous 2016 Slam Dunk Contest against Zach LaVine, which was one of the best in recent memory.
Exclusive: Nuggets Star Aaron Gordon on Returning to Dunk Contest and Longevity in Sports
Denver Nuggets star Aaron Gordon sat down with Newsweek Sports to discuss his new partnership and potentially returning to the dunk contest.