Bucks’ Andre Jackson Jr. to Showcase Talent in Slam Dunk Contest

MILWAUKEE, Wis. — Milwaukee Bucks forward Andre Jackson Jr. is gearing up to showcase his athleticism this Saturday night in the NBA Slam Dunk Contest. The event will take place during the All-Star Weekend, where Jackson will compete against notable players, including Stephon Castle from the San Antonio Spurs, Matas Buzelis from the Chicago Bulls, and the G-League’s Mac McClung.

As enthusiasm builds for the contest, Jackson arrives with a fresh advantage—a newly signed shoe deal with Adidas. This partnership marks an exciting new chapter for the second-year wing, who plans to sport the signature shoes of his teammate, Damian Lillard, during the competition. Sneaker expert Nick DePaula reported the news, highlighting Jackson’s transition from various footwear brands to representing Adidas.

Throughout the season, Jackson has donned multiple sneakers, notably the Dame 9. He also showcased other models, including the Nike Kobe 5 and the Nike G.T. Cut 2. With Lillard already a prominent Adidas athlete, Jackson’s collaboration is expected to elevate the brand’s visibility as they aim to stand out among competitors, with Buzelis representing Reebok, Castle with Jordan Brand, and McClung wearing Puma.

The timing of this contest is critical for Adidas, as the company focuses on leveraging Jackson’s emerging status as one of the NBA’s most underrated high-flyers. Fans can tune in to the competition, which is set to tip off at 7 p.m. CT on TNT and truTV.

Alongside Jackson’s Slam Dunk Contest debut, fellow Bucks player Lillard will also compete in the 3-Point Contest Saturday night and again in the NBA All-Star Game on Sunday. Notably, Giannis Antetokounmpo will be absent from the lineup due to an injury sustained on February 2, giving him much-needed rest as the season progresses.

As the night approaches, fans eagerly await Jackson’s performance, excited to see how he represents the Milwaukee Bucks in this high-octane event.