
Ja Morant was so inspired by Mac McClung that he said he might do the NBA Dunk Contest next
After watching McClung dunk over a Kia (and so many other props) on NBA All-Star Saturday Night in San Francisco, the two-time All-Star guard posted his reaction on social media. He tweeted that the performance from McClung made him want to get in on the action.
Morant, who has said he isn't trying to dunk as often during games, does not throw down slams like he once did as he tries to prolong his career following various injuries.
mac might make me decide to dunk
— Ja Morant (@JaMorant) February 16, 2025
But his potential for highlights is still as much as anyone in the league, and if a player of his caliber opted to enter the NBA Slam Dunk Contest, the sky is the limit.
He also challenged Aaron Gordon and Zach LaVine to join him if he chose to do this.
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