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A lot of NBA fans have been turned off by the actual NBA All-Star Game in recent years. That is because a lack of effort and defense has resulted in some pretty bad All-Star Games from a competitive perspective recently. Nowadays, a lot of fans choose to watch All-Star Saturday instead, as the day before […]

Chicago Bulls rookie Matas Buzelis recently found his way into the starting lineup, and he is starting to find his stride in the NBA. The basketball world had high expectations for Buzelis coming into this season, and as we approach the All-Star break, he is starting to live up to those expectations. Speaking of the […]

Milwaukee Bucks guard Andre Jackson Jr. has officially committed to participate in the NBA Slam Dunk Contest during the 2025 NBA All-Star Weekend in San Francisco. ESPN’s Shams Charania confirmed the news, adding to the anticipation surrounding the February 15 event. Jackson, a 2023 NCAA champion with the UConn Huskies, has quickly become an intriguing […]

The NBA Slam Dunk Contest has been panned in recent years for its lack of originality and star power, but New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson may be willing to help, on one condition. The Pelicans star said on Tuesday that he would participate in the NBA Slam Dunk Contest next season if he’s a […]

The 2024 Slam Dunk Contest concluded with Mac McClung taking the win over Jaylen Brown in the final round. Sealing his victory with a reverse dunk over NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal, McClung won his second-straight Dunk Contest. Still, with what’s trending over the internet now, fans are left to wonder what would have happened if […]

It’s safe to say there’s not much love lost between the New York Knicks and Boston Celtics. Eastern conference rivals dating back to the league’s inception, both teams rank toward the top of the Eastern Conference this season, set to potentially face off in what could be an epic playoff series—especially if the underdog Knicks […]

The 2024 NBA Slam Dunk Contest was yet another disappointment for the once prestigious competition, and the guy who ended up personifying the struggles the contest has faced in recent years was Jaylen Brown. There was some excitement that Brown, a top star in the league, wanted to participate in the event, but for the […]

Reviews for the 2024 Slam Dunk Contest are in, and minus some solid dunks by the now back-to-back champion, Mac McClung, fans are not thrilled with the performances of this year’s participants. This is especially true because many feel the contest was predetermined to have Jaylen Brown make it to the final round. The Slam […]

The 2023 Slam Dunk Contest ended up being a unique one, as it was the first one where an NBA G-League player won the highly-anticipated event. Mac McClung completed phenomenal jams that wowed the crowd, which opened up discussions about whether people from outside the association should be considered for future iterations of the event. […]

Jaime Jaquez Jr.’s rookie season with the Miami Heat has been more successful than most would’ve imagined. The newly-minted 23-year-old old — happy birthday, Jaime! — has established himself as a crucial part of the Heat rotation, capable of handling more minutes and more offensive burden when called upon, but also willing and able to […]

Boston Celtics shooting guard Jaylen Brown lost the NBA All-Star Weekend Slam Dunk Contest on Saturday night. Brown is revealing he had to change his strategy when faced with the LED light court used in the event. Brown says the floor was slippery. "I wish I could have done what I planned to do in […]

The NBA has a Slam Dunk Contest problem, but you surely were already aware of that. This isn’t the first day-after-the-dunk-contest article that has been written about the dire state of what was once the marquee event of All-Star Saturday Night, and it certainly won’t be the last, especially when you have former Slam Dunk […]

Well, let’s be honest. The NBA Dunk Contest was a major disappointment yet again. NBA fans did not enjoy watching it, and they are even calling for the event to be done with for good. We’re never going to see a Zach LaVine-Aaron Gordon battle ever again, and we have a guy that isn’t even […]

The NBA Dunk Contest took place on Saturday night, and it was once again a pretty big disappointment. NBA stars are no longer participating in the event, and because of that, it simply isn’t very entertaining anymore. Back in the day when Zach LaVine and Aaron Gordon were trading highlight dunks, NBA fans loved to […]

The 2024 NBA Dunk Contest was definitely… a dunk contest. Like many of it’s predecessors, the finale of All-Star Saturday proved to be disappointing yet again. Mac McClung stole the show with some nasty dunks, but lackluster showings from other competitors  soured the once-hyped contest again. The NBA Dunk Contest being an utter disappointment has […]

Saturday night’s 2024 NBA Slam Dunk Contest may be lacking in star power, but not intrigue. It also has a little bit of drama added to it before the event, with Indiana Pacers forward Obi Toppin and his brother, Jacob Toppin of the New York Knicks, having some good old sibling trash talk. Jacob and […]

For the first time in a while, the NBA’s slam dunk contest will feature some true star power, with Jaylen Brown of the Boston Celtics partaking in the competition. Brown figures to be able to put on a show in the contest, and it’s clear that fans are excited to see one of the top […]

Tyrese Haliburton has been one of the breakout stars of the 2023-24 NBA campaign so far, and it resulted in him being named a starter for the Eastern Conference in the All-Star Game. While Haliburton will be competing in the biggest event of the weekend, would he consider partaking in the Slam Dunk Contest? While […]

The slam dunk contest is one of the spectacles to watch during the NBA All-Star weekend. Throughout NBA history, we’ve seen the best dunkers in the league showcase their freakish athleticism in the annual dunking exhibition. From using cars, candles, and even grown men, dunkers have a lot of things at their disposal to show […]

Michael Jordan. Jason Richardson. Nate Robinson. And Mac McClung? As Vegas sees it, the Osceola Magic guard is poised to become just the fourth player ever to win back-to-back dunk contests at All-Star Weekend in Indianapolis. McClung currently boasts -150 odds to win the 2024 AT&T Slam Dunk Contest on Saturday in Indianapolis, according to […]

The All-Star Game and 3-Point Contest are both classic events during NBA All-Star Weekend, but many fans consider the Slam Dunk Contest to be the best event. The last few Slam Dunk Contests have been underwhelming, though, so the NBA is hoping for a revitalization of the competition this year as there are more big-name […]

Miami Heat rookie Jaime Jaquez Jr. is set to join Jaylen Brown, Mac McClung, and Jacob Toppin in the 2024 NBA Slam Dunk Contest. Jaquez hinted at a surprise dunk ahead of NBA All-Star Weekend during a recent appearance on Podcast P with Paul George, presented by Wave Sports + Entertainment. “I think I’ve got […]

The NBA Slam Dunk Contest is one of the best parts of the entire All-Star celebration. Players achieve incredible athletic feats and come up with creative slams to wow fans and viewers alike. However, in recent years, there have been no stars in this All-Star competition. In fact, eight of the last nine Dunk Contest […]

NBA All-Star Weekend can often be more hype than substance these days, with fans desperate to see the Slam Dunk Contest fully restored to its past glory. Well, they might now know the identity of the four men tasked with adding prestige and electricity to the proceedings this year. “Sources: The NBA’s likely Slam Dunk […]

The NBA Slam Dunk Contest could have a familiar face competing early next year. Reigning champion Mac McClung, who is now a part of the Orlando Magic organization, has been invited to defend his crown, as reported by Shams Charania. McClung made headlines last season at the event for his eye-popping dunks. When asked if […]

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James finally revealed the reason why he never participated in the NBA Slam Dunk Contest, but fans weren’t buying it. James recently shared that the contest was never really part of his goals, so he didn’t feel the need to join it and attempt to win the dunk trophy. He […]

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James has never participated in the NBA Slam Dunk Contest despite the constant pleading from fans for him to do it. Now we know the reason why. James is one of the most athletic and physically gifted athletes to ever step foot on the NBA hardwood, which is why it’s […]

Mac McClung did not only save the NBA Slam Dunk Contest. His increase in popularity after his epic win also gave a big boost to the business of his G League team, the Delaware Blue Coats. With the buzz McLung generated, the Blue Coats also saw a five-fold increase in their ticket sales as fans […]

Philadelphia 76ers guard and G Leaguer Mac McClung went viral over the weekend for his insane performance in the NBA Slam Dunk Contest en route to the title. His final slam, an epic 540-degree throwdown, sealed the deal for him as fans and players alike declared that the battle was over. McClung’s dunk contest showing […]

New York Knicks big man Jericho Sims is not one bit bothered amid all the trolling he’s receiving for his abysmal showing in the 2023 NBA Slam Dunk Contest. Sims entered the tournament as one of the favorites to win, but he ended up losing in the first round of the competition. He certainly lacked […]

2023 NBA All-Star Weekend has now officially wrapped up. Without a doubt, Mac McClung rejuvenated the Slam Dunk Contest on Saturday night with an eye-popping performance that impressed every basketball fan around the world. But if you’re asking Stephen A. Smith, there is only one person to blame for the competition falling off in popularity […]

For one night, Mac McClung was the talk of the NBA after dominating the Slam Dunk Contest. Perhaps more important than the money or the clout: he’s never had a better shot of making the league. It’s a huge stepping stone given that even Philadelphia 76ers president Daryl Morey was hyping him up after the […]

Ja Morant has already said that he has no intention of joining the NBA Dunk Contest. The next best thing is probably Anthony Edwards, right? Well, the Minnesota Timberwolves star has now made his feelings about participating in the dunk spectacle abundantly clear. Unfortunately, it’s not the answer the fans have been hoping for. Edwards […]

Mac McClung has saved the NBA Slam Dunk Contest. While the Philadelphia 76ers guard and G Leaguer still couldn’t believe it, the numbers are now out to prove his heroic feat. McClung took home the dunk trophy on Saturday after putting on an incredible show, which saw him almost record a 50-sweep. Out of the […]

New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson is one of the most physically gifted players in the league, with his powerfully built frame capable of catapulting him off of the hardwood for highlight reel dunks that only a select few can pull off. Had Zion been healthy during the 2023 All-Star break, he may have even […]

Over the last few years, the Slam Dunk Contest has been a hit-or-miss affair. Oftentimes, it’s been a bad, BAD miss: star players don’t want to participate, and the ones that do often fumble their shots. Once every few years, though, a talent comes into the contest and reminds everyone why this is fun to […]

Philadelphia 76ers guard and G Leaguer Mac McClung has been hailed as a hero after he put on a show in the 2023 NBA Slam Dunk Contest. However, while the youngster appreciates all the compliments he’s getting, he’s staying humble as he doesn’t want to believe he’s had that much impact in the competition. Speaking […]

Phoenix Suns star Kevin Durant owes Mac McClung an apology. That is the message of several fans on Twitter after the Philadelphia 76ers guard and G Leaguer won the 2023 NBA Slam Dunk Contest on Saturday. It is in response to Durant’s recent comments about the NBA ruining All-Star Weekend by inviting G League players […]

Mac McClung made headlines on Saturday night after the Philadelphia 76ers guard came out with a mind-blowing performance in the NBA Dunk Contest. He lifted the trophy after four eye-popping dunks, which also included a title-winning 540 slam. Needless to say, McClung had the basketball world buzzing after putting on a show. After the spectacle, […]