Mac McClung is headed to All-Star weekend, but not to the slam dunk contest
Mac McClung he will always be known as a nailer, one of the greatest ever let’s be clear, but the odds of the 27-year-old guard becoming a regular in the game are pretty slim. Although, the same could probably be said for him winning the slam dunk contest three years in a row. He remains focused on fulfilling his NBA dream.
The The Chicago Bulls recently signed him to a two-way contract earlier this week, but the former Georgetown and Texas Tech talent will have another one a chance to show off your skills in front of a large audience. McClung will participate in All-Star weekend as a member of Austin Rivers’ rising team, which is made up of G League players, according to NBA Communications X account. He will replace San Antonio Spurs guard David Jones Garcia.
The dunk legend will look to entertain the masses once again, but this time he aims to show the full extent of his abilities. And he will do it in Los Angeles. Through four NBA games this season (the first three were with the Indiana Pacers), McClung is averaging 5.8 points in 11.8 minutes per contest. Although his playing time in the Association is limited, he should be one of the standouts on Rivers’ team.
Mac McClung earned G League MVP honors during the 2023-24 campaign, so he could be an option for the Rising Stars in 2026. But it will be much tougher to match up with the best rookies and sophomores the NBA has to offer.
The Gate City, Virginia native will try to remind people that he can do more than dunk the basketball. If nothing else, McClung should be able to put on a solid performance. This is his weekend after all.
2026-02-08 00:05:00
