TUCSON, Ariz. (KGUN) — Former University of Arizona standout Carter Bryant, now a rookie with the San Antonio Spurs, has accepted an invitation to compete in the 2026 NBA Slam Dunk Contest, according to ESPN. Bryant will take part in the event during NBA All-Star Weekend in Los Angeles. Los Angeles Lakers center Jaxson Hayes and San Antonio Spurs rookie Carter Bryant have accepted invitations to the 2026 NBA Slam Dunk Contest at All-Star weekend in L.A., sources tell ESPN. He was selected 14th overall in the 2025 NBA Draft by the San Antonio Spurs. The Slam Dunk Contest will be held as part of NBA All-Star Saturday Night.