Keshad Johnson, a former Arizona basketball player and current Miami Heat member, won the 2026 NBA Slam Dunk Contest, becoming the first Wildcat to achieve this after four predecessors failed. He secured victory over fellow Wildcat Carter Bryant, who finished second, and achieved a final score of 97.4 in the championship round. Despite his loss, Bryant contributed to Team Vince, winning the Rising Stars championship. The participation of Johnson and Bryant marked a notable addition to the legacy of Arizona alumni in the dunk contest.
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