Set to kick off the festivities of NBA All-Star Saturday night, hoops fans will be treated to some masterful long-range shooting displays as we see who emerges with the win in the Shooting Stars and Three-Point Contests.
This will be the first time since 2015 that the Shooting Stars contest takes place at NBA All-Star Weekend; it was last won by the dominant trio of Chris Bosh, Dominique Wilkins, and Swin Cash. For the three-point contest, we will see the return of former champions such as Devin Booker and Damian Lillard into the field, as well as a fresh crop of hungry competitors.
With no shortage of hype and excitement surrounding these shootouts, why not raise the stakes by placing a bet on the latest NBA All-Star Weekend betting odds for the Shooting Stars & Three-Point Contests?
Below we’ve provided expert insight & analysis on this year’s events so you can hit the money ball on your next bet placed on NBA All-Star betting odds.
- Shooting Stars Contest: Team Knicks (+175)
- Three-Point Contest: Jamal Murray (+550)
Team Knicks (+175)
Pitting four groups of three against each other in a high-stakes shooting relay, back Team Knicks to emerge as the 2026 Shooting Stars Champions.
Sporting a trio with star power to spare, comprised of 2026 NBA All-Stars Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns, as well as former Knicks All-Star Allan Houston, the Knicks are the easy favourites to win this event. With Brunson and KAT at the peak of their powers, they’re arguably two of the top three shooters throughout the entire events field.
Coupled with the fact that their NBA Alumnus representative, who will be shooting alongside them, is a former All-Star who shot a career average of 40% from three-point land, Team Knicks is set to be a dangerous force in this year’s competition.
While there are other talents spread out in this contest, each team has some weak links, whereas Team Knicks truly doesn’t.
Hammer Team Knicks to capture the dominant win at the 2026 Shooting Stars contest to lead off the thrilling evening with an easy boost to your bankroll.
Team Knicks to Win Shooting Stars Contest
Jamal Murray (+550)
| Player | bet365 Odds |
|---|---|
| Damian Lillard | +400 |
| Kon Knueppel | +400 |
| Jamal Murray | +475 |
| Norman Powell | +600 |
| Tyrese Maxey | +600 |
| Donovan Mitchell | +650 |
| Devin Booker | +800 |
| Bobby Portis | +1400 |
The competition that many basketball fans believe to be the true marquee event of All-Star Weekend, the three-point contest, is always a dazzling display of deep range ability from the league’s top sharpshooters. In this year’s contest, while there’s two-former champions in the mix, expect to see a new name added to the list of three-point shootout winners as Canada’s Jamal Murray makes it rain in this year’s event.
One of the most deadly long-range shooters in the game today, Murray has been waiting for his chance to finally be named an NBA All-Star. Shooting lights-out this season, Murray has shot a career-best 42.5% from deep on a career high in attempts. With his high volume success from beyond the arc, this contest fits perfectly in the wheelhouse of Murray.
With a quick release, superb accuracy, and a fiery competitive spirit, look for Murray to make a statement on All-Star Weekend as he lets it fly en route to a trophy-winning performance in the three-point contest.