NBA All-Star 2020: 5 players who should participate in the Slam Dunk Contest

#4 Vince Carter - Atlanta Hawks

Vince Carter has not competed since his memorable turn in the Slam Dunk Contest back in 2000

Vince Carter's only ever appearance in the Slam Dunk Contest came back in 2000, although the NBA great had a huge impact on revitalizing the contest. Just two years earlier the contest had been canceled due to its unpopularity, although the 23-year-old breathed new life into the showcase event by delivering several memorable dunks.

Many fans still argue that his 360 windmill flush is the best dunk performed at an All-Star Weekend, and while he will turn 43 later this month, the Atlanta Hawks forward remains capable of pulling off impressive dunks. With Carter set to retire at the end of the season, his participation in Chicago would be a great early sendoff - and hopefully, the NBA will give in to fan pressure and invite him to the event.

#3 Russell Westbrook - Houston Rockets

Russell Westbrook has never taken part in the Dunk Contest

Russell Westbrook helped his former Oklahoma City teammate Hamidou Diallo win the 2019 edition of the Dunk Contest, although the 2017 MVP has never participated himself. Since entering the league in 2008, Westbrook has been lauded for his athleticism, and NBA fans have come accustomed to seeing the 31-year-old throw down a huge dunk following a quick breakaway.

Back in 2016, Westbrook stated that he hadn't participated in the contest due to his preference for dunking 'on people' - although winning the 2020 Dunk Contest would give the explosive guard yet another accolade title to go towards his case of eventually being named to the Hall-of-Fame.