George declined an invitation by NBA to compete in Slam Dunk Contest

Paul George made a sick dunk last night vs Clippers but he won't be at the Slam Dunk Contest in February as he declined an invitation by the NBA.

Per Indianapolist Star, On Saturday night, George said that he declined an invitation by the league to compete in this year's Slam Dunk Contest in New Orleans. Although George —who made his first All-Star appearance as a player last year — has not completely closed the door on the possibility, he confirmed that he likely will not participate in other All-Star weekend events such as the Skills Contest and will not make a return appearance to the 3-point Shootou