Mac McClung, the reigning back-to-back NBA Slam Dunk Contest champion, looks to make it three in a row this year before hanging up his dunking shoes. McClung recently stated that this will be his final appearance in the competition, regardless of the outcome. He's enjoyed his time as the dunk contest king but acknowledges that he's run out of fresh tricks.
Mac McClung enters this year's NBA Slam Dunk Contest as the back-to-back reigning champ, having taken home the trophy in 2023 and '24. He's looking tothat he doesn't expect to be back in the dunk contest next year, signaling that this year's edition will be his last appearance regardless of if he wins or loses.
"This will be the last year for me. I've really loved it. You know, you run out of dunks. So this is probably where I'm at after this," said McClung, via McClung has stolen the show at the dunk contest in each of the last two years, but his success on All-Star weekend hasn't resulted in a real opportunity on an NBA roster. Since winning the event in 2023, McClung has featured in a total of three NBA games and played just 46 minutes between stints on the Philadelphia 76ers and Orlando Magic.
He'll be joined by fellow 2025 dunk contest participants Andre Jackson Jr., Stephon Castle and Matas Buzelis for Saturday's showdown, but indicated that he won't be back next season even if an invitation is extended his way.Karl Rasmussen is a staff writer for the Breaking and Trending News team for Sports Illustrated. A University of Oregon alum who joined SI in February 2023, his work has appeared on 12up and ClutchPoints.
NBA Slam Dunk Contest Mac Mcclung Athletes Sports Entertainment
United States Latest News, United States Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Mac McClung Leads 2025 NBA Slam Dunk Contest FieldThe NBA has announced the four-person lineup for the 2025 Slam Dunk Contest, featuring Mac McClung seeking a three-peat, alongside Stephon Castle, Matas Buzelis, and Andre Jackson Jr.
Read more »
Mac McClung Seeks Three-Peat in NBA's Dunk ContestMac McClung, a standout guard in the G League, is aiming to become the first person in three consecutive years to win the NBA's dunk contest. After winning the title in 2023, he's returning to All-Star weekend with renewed confidence and a desire to cement his legacy as one of the league's greatest dunkers.
Read more »
Mac McClung Aims for Three-Peat in NBA Dunk ContestMac McClung is set to compete in the NBA All-Star Dunk Contest for the third consecutive year, aiming to become the first player to win the title three years in a row. He'll face stiff competition from rising stars Stephon Castle, Matas Buzelis, and Andre Jackson Jr. While McClung has achieved success in the G League, he continues to seek a consistent opportunity in the NBA, hoping to translate his dunk contest dominance to regular-season play.
Read more »
Fetterman says RFK Jr confirmation 'not a slam dunk,' as Trump HHS nominee shores up supportSen. John Fetterman, D-Pa., said Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s confirmation as Health and Human Services secretary is 'not a slam dunk' after last week's hearings.
Read more »
Sydney Sweeney Is the Best Dressed BabysitterAnother sartorial slam dunk: this time, in head-to-toe Celine and Brooklyn Nets colors.
Read more »
Vagabond Fans Are Getting a Big Surprise From Its CreatorKodansha has teamed up with Vagabond and Slam Dunk creator, Takehiko Inoue, to create something new
Read more »