The hype surrounding the 2014 NBA Slam Dunk Contest is palpable now that the list of participants has been announced.
The NBA just released the full list of dunkers slated to compete in the contest and some of the names might just surprise you.
This year’s showcase will feature six of the top active dunkers in the league, all eager to prove that they are the premier high-flyer in the NBA.
Keep reading to find out exactly who made the cut, a prediction on who will be crowned the slam-dunk champ in 2014 and more.
List of Participants
| 2014 Slam Dunk Participants | ||
| Name | Team | Conference |
| Paul George | Indiana Pacers | Eastern Conference |
| Terrence Ross | Toronto Raptors | Eastern Conference |
| John Wall | Washington Wizards | Eastern Conference |
| Harrison Barnes | Golden State Warriors | Western Conference |
| Damian Lillard | Portland Trail Blazers | Western Conference |
| Ben McLemore | Sacramento Kings | Western Conference |
According to NBA.com, this year’s contest is rather unique:
This marks the first time in 26 years that three All-Stars are competing in the Sprite Slam Dunk. In the 1988 competition in Chicago, All-Stars Clyde Drexler, Michael Jordan, and Dominique Wilkins squared off, with Jordan claiming the crown in front of the hometown fans.