NBA All-Star Game wasn't a hit with fans and media in terms of format or presentation, which will probably compel league executives to something new next year. However, one person was probably extremely happy with the events of All-Star weekend.

College student Jaren Barajas has a new claim to fame after beating Milwaukee Bucks star Damian Lillard in a shooting contest, winning $100,000 in the process.

Tyler Herro won his first 3-point contest, beating finalists Darius Garland of the Cleveland Cavaliers and Buddy Hield of the Golden State Warriors.

The player pool for the Rising Stars has been revealed, while Mac McClung will try to win a third straight dunk contest.

A college student named Jaren Barajas beat Milwaukee Bucks star Damian Lillard in a 3-point shooting contest during the All-Star Game and won $100,000.

Jaren Barajas, an 18-year-old college student, won $100,000 by defeating All-Star Damian Lillard in a 3-point shooting contest during Sunday night's NBA All-Star Game.

College student Jaren Barajas, 18, hit the shot of his life on Sunday night at the 2025 NBA All-Star Game, as he beat Damian Lillard and won $100,000.

This is going to mean the world to me, it's going to help my family a lot and definitely my future," Jaren Barajas said after winning the contest.