Keshad Johnson of the Miami Heat, who has played only 159 minutes this season, became known to many after his impressive dunk over E-40. He is now the 2026 Slam Dunk Contest champion.
Johnson won the final round against Carter Bryant of the San Antonio Spurs when Bryant failed to land his final dunk. Although Bryant had higher scores, including a perfect 50 on his penultimate attempt, his miss allowed Johnson to clinch victory with a windmill dunk.
Keshad Johnson represented Oakland at the L.A. All-Star Game
During the All-Star Weekend in Los Angeles, Johnson showcased not only his dunking skills but also his dance moves, influenced by his upbringing in Oakland, California.
His entrance was memorable, as he was joined by East Bay rapper E-40, known for showing up at various sporting events in the San Francisco Bay Area. Although Johnson plays for the Heat, he grew up in Oakland and played for San Diego State, where he reached the NCAA title game in 2023.
Dunking over E-40 added an extra layer to his performance.