The excitement that once surrounded the Slam Dunk Contest has faded, and while history could be made Saturday night, you likely won't hear anyone talking up this year's event. Mac McClung is the ...

Of the rumors and buzz surrounding the Slam Dunk contest, these young players will be part of the competition as of late January: There is limited parking available within a mile of the Chase Center.

The NBA Slam Dunk Competition has lacked star power for the last handful of years, but that could all change next season, or at least we hope. More All-Star news: Mac McClung Makes NBA All-Star ...

While McClung continues to shine in the G-League, one can’t help but wonder how much longer he’ll remain the best-kept secret of the slam dunk world.

Matt Levine works as a contributing writer for Newsweek based in California. His expertise is in covering the NBA but he also covers multiple other sports. He has been with Newsweek since 2024.

Matas Buzelis #14 of the Chicago Bulls dunks the ball during the 2025 AT&T Slam Dunk Contest as part of the State Farm All-Star Saturday Night at Chase Center on February 15, 2025 in San Francisco ...

Mac McClung began the All-Star slam dunk contest with an incredible slam as he jumped over a car for a behind-the-back two-handed jam. McClung scored 50 points from all judges. Explore the NBA ...