NBA Slam Dunk Contest Odds
ORLANDO, FL (TheSpread) – The NBA Slam Dunk Contest may not have the star power it has had in the past, but still should be exciting. Here is a look at the odds for this year’s contest.
According to oddsmakers, Iman Shumpert is the favorite to win the dunk contest with 2/5 odds to win. The other odds to win are Paul George (7/2), Derrick Williams (5/1), and Chase Budinger (7/1).
This year’s dunk contest will have a new format, as there will only be one round and each competitor will get three dunks. The winner will be determined by fan voting, which can be done by phone or other social media outlets.
Shumpert is a member of the New York Knicks and stands 6-5. Budinger is a 6-7 forward that plays for the Rockets. George is a 6-8 forward for the Indiana Pacers while Derrick Williams is a 6-8 forward for the Timberwolves. All four players are participating in the Slam Dunk Contest for the first time.
For odds and point totals for the 2012 NBA Slam Dunk Contest, which takes place on Saturday, February 25 at 8PM ET on TNT. The contest will be played from the Amway Center in Orlando. For the odds and over/under total for this contest, see below.
2012 NBA Slam Dunk Contest Odds
Iman Shumpert 2/5
Paul George 7/2
Derrick Williams 5/1
Chase Budinger 7/1
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