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Spurs' Wembanyama Teases Future Slam Dunk Contest Appearance
The 7'4" phenom says 'I'll be in the dunk contest one day' after a highlight-reel windmill slam.
Feb. 22, 2026 at 5:53pm
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After throwing down a ferocious reverse windmill dunk in a recent game against the Sacramento Kings, San Antonio Spurs superstar Victor Wembanyama hinted that he plans to compete in the NBA Slam Dunk Contest someday. The 21-year-old phenom, who is already making a case for Defensive Player of the Year and MVP honors, told a Spurs broadcaster that he will 'be in the dunk contest one day', exciting fans and sparking speculation about what kind of jaw-dropping dunks he could unleash on the All-Star Weekend stage.
Why it matters
Wembanyama's comments about the Slam Dunk Contest have generated significant buzz, as the 7'4" big man is already establishing himself as one of the NBA's most dominant and athletic players. His participation in the event would be a major draw for fans and could cement his status as a transcendent talent, following in the footsteps of past dunk contest legends.
The details
In a post-game interview after the Spurs' 139-122 win over the Kings, Spurs broadcaster Dan Weiss jokingly asked Wembanyama why he wasn't in the dunk contest the previous weekend. Wembanyama's response - 'I'll be in the dunk contest one day' - immediately went viral on social media, with fans speculating about the types of dunks the French phenom could pull off. Wembanyama has hinted in the past that participating in the dunk contest is on his 'bucket list', and his recent comments suggest it's only a matter of time before he takes the stage.
- On February 21, 2026, Wembanyama threw down a ferocious reverse windmill dunk against the Sacramento Kings.
- In a post-game interview on February 21, 2026, Wembanyama told a Spurs broadcaster that he will 'be in the dunk contest one day'.
The players
Victor Wembanyama
A 21-year-old French basketball player who was the 1st overall pick in the 2023 NBA Draft by the San Antonio Spurs. He is considered one of the most promising young talents in the league and is already making a case for Defensive Player of the Year and MVP honors.
Dan Weiss
A broadcaster for the San Antonio Spurs who interviewed Wembanyama after the team's February 21, 2026 game against the Sacramento Kings.
What they’re saying
“I'll be in the dunk contest one day.”
— Victor Wembanyama (NBA)
What’s next
Fans will eagerly await to see if and when Wembanyama decides to make his Slam Dunk Contest debut, with many speculating he could showcase his incredible athleticism and creativity on the All-Star Weekend stage in the coming years.
The takeaway
Wembanyama's comments about the Slam Dunk Contest have only added to the growing hype and anticipation surrounding the young superstar, who continues to defy expectations and cement his status as one of the NBA's most must-see talents. His potential participation in the event would be a major draw for fans and could cement his legacy as an all-time great.
