Herro Edges Hield to Win NBA All-Star 3-Point Contest as Lillard Falls Early

Tyler Herro of the Miami Heat emerged victorious in the 2025 NBA All-Star 3-Point Contest, scoring 24 points in a tightly contested final round to claim the title at Golden State's home court. The sharpshooter narrowly defeated Buddy Hield, who finished with 23 points in front of his hometown crowd.

The competition marked the end of Damian Lillard's dominance in the event, as the Milwaukee Bucks guard and two-time defending champion failed to advance past the first round. Cleveland Cavaliers' Darius Garland rounded out the final three, finishing third with 17 points.

Three competitors emerged from the initial field of eight participants to reach the championship round:

Final Round Scores:

• Tyler Herro (Miami Heat): 24 points

• Buddy Hield (Golden State Warriors): 23 points

• Darius Garland (Cleveland Cavaliers): 17 points

The victory represents Herro's first 3-point contest championship, adding a new chapter to the event's history while bringing Lillard's quest for a three-peat to an early end.