Mac McClung, the back-to-back NBA Slam Dunk champion, recently admitted that he would “probably” lose to LeBron James in a dunk contest. The 25-year-old G League star clinched the Slam Dunk title during the All-Star festivities, outshining Jaylen Brown to secure the victory in Indy.
Key Takeaway
Mac McClung, the reigning NBA Slam Dunk champion, acknowledged that LeBron James would likely best him in a dunk contest, despite LeBron’s absence from the event throughout his career.
Mac’s Thoughts on Facing LeBron
During a celebrity shift at Raising Cane’s in Orlando, Mac McClung expressed his admiration for LeBron James, stating, “[LeBron’s] the man, I don’t know if I’d want to go up against him. He’d probably beat me, for sure.” This acknowledgment comes despite LeBron’s notable absence from the dunk contest throughout his career, despite being revered as one of the greatest dunkers in league history.
Potential Three-Peat and Future Plans
While McClung remains undecided about pursuing a three-peat in the dunk contest, he emphasized his focus on finishing the current season strongly before considering new dunk ideas. He also mentioned his willingness to compete against anyone who is genuinely interested in participating in the contest.
