Damian Lillard Wins NBA All-Star 3-Point Contest

Portland Trail Blazers star takes home the title in 2026 competition.

Published on Feb. 15, 2026

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Damian Lillard of the Portland Trail Blazers won the 2026 NBA All-Star 3-Point Contest, defeating a field of the league's top long-range shooters in the annual skills competition held during All-Star Weekend.

Why it matters

The 3-Point Contest is one of the marquee events of NBA All-Star Weekend, showcasing the league's elite outside shooters. Lillard's victory adds to his growing list of accolades and cements his status as one of the premier perimeter threats in the NBA.

The details

Lillard, a six-time All-Star, bested a field that included reigning champion Stephen Curry of the Golden State Warriors, as well as other top snipers like Klay Thompson, Buddy Hield, and Jayson Tatum. In the final round, Lillard knocked down 27 of 30 shots to claim the title.

  • The 2026 NBA All-Star 3-Point Contest took place on February 15, 2026.

The players

Damian Lillard

A six-time NBA All-Star and star point guard for the Portland Trail Blazers.

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What they’re saying

“I've been working on my 3-point shot a lot the last few years, and it's great to see that hard work pay off with a win in the All-Star 3-Point Contest.”

— Damian Lillard (The Lufkin News)

What’s next

Lillard will look to carry the momentum from his 3-Point Contest victory into the NBA All-Star Game, where he will represent the Western Conference.

The takeaway

Damian Lillard's 3-Point Contest triumph solidifies his status as one of the NBA's premier long-range shooters and adds another accolade to his impressive career.