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Time of India
26-07-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Stephen Curry joins NBA Dunk Week with first dunk in 6 years, leaving the bench and fans absolutely fired up
Stephen Curry had his first dunk in 6 years (Image via Instagram / @stephencurry30) Even NBA pro Stephen Curry is joining in on NBA Dunk Week, which has taken over the internet by storm. Despite not being typically associated with reel dunks, he is again proving himself to be able to buck the trend. The basketball player has attempted 29 successful dunks throughout his NBA career, 26 in the regular season and 3 in the playoffs, as per ESPN. While he is not highly regarded for dunking, he has had some impressive games, including one in March 2025. Golden State Warriors erupt as Stephen Curry delivers unexpected slam after six-year dunk drought Players from all over the league have showcased their vertical prowess during NBA Dunk Week, a social media-driven celebration of the league's top dunkers. Fans have been treated to a dunking show, which includes new footage of rookies attempting to establish themselves and old Vince Carter highlights. Surprisingly, Stephen Curry hopped on the bandwagon. Golden State Warriors ' star joined in the Dunk Week festivities with a lighthearted video on social media that showcased his own version of an "epic" dunk. The clip is of the Golden State Warriors vs. Philadelphia 76 ers game, which took place on March 2. The professional golfer had his first dunk in six years during that same match. Guerschon Yabusele tipped the rebound after team White's Tyrese Maxey missed a 3-pointer. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Urologists: Enlarged Prostate? Every Man Should Stop This 1 Habit! Prostate Health Journal Click Here Undo After robbing him of the ball, Buddy Hield sped it down court to Steph Curry, who was sprinting for the basket. Then he elevated towards the rim after taking one dribble. This time, there was no finger roll into the basket or layup off the backboard. He made a dunk after slamming it through with his right hand. "Take a picture!" exclaimed Bob Fitzgerald, the G.S. Warriors' play-by-play commentator. He was aware of the rarity of a Steph Curry dunk . As per NBA, following the epic moment, the NBA pro said: 'I've been feeling pretty good.. I've been dealing with some knee stuff all year. Take advantage of a cherry-pick opportunity. That will probably be my last dunk, though. I'm calling it right now, that was the last one you'll ever see.' Stephen Curry is a phenomenal player (Image via Getty Images) After that, he gestured to G.S. Warriors' assistant coach Jerry Stackhouse, who ridiculed him for his lack of dunking. Mr. Curry then said: 'It was a very random comment this morning and the fact that it happened was hilarious… I will only lay the ball up. It took everything out of me to get up there.' Even though they lost the match, his rare dunk went viral and might be the final one his fans see him do in an NBA game. Also read: Stephen Curry opens up about friendship with Drake and reacts to Kendrick Lamar's diss track 'Not Like Us' For real-time updates, scores, and highlights, follow our live coverage of the India vs England Test match here. Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
Time of India
22-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Stephen Curry and Ayesha Curry spotted marveling at Mac McClung's Dunk dominance
Stephen Curry and Ayesha Curry spotted marveling at Mac McClung's Dunk dominance (Image Credit: Getty Images) Mac McClung came, slammed, and slayed completely like a pro! His performance at NBA Dunk week became one of the most indelible memories for a bona fide NBA lover. While the dunk genius was scoring basket after basket, dunking over Evan Mobley and other props, Stephen and Ayesha Curry were spotted courtside, marveling over McClung's dunk dominance. Stephen became a bit dramatic, pretending to faint seeing the dunk genius perform unbeatable 50 dunks, adding more fun to the moment. On the other hand, Ayesha watched McClung's incredible talent display with her mouth agape in amazement. NBA recapped McClung's magnificent Three-Peat show on Instagram. As a tip-off to the Dunk week, the NBA also revisited the Top Dunks from the NBA 2024-2025 regular season and playoffs. Stephen Curry and Ayesha Curry could not get over Mac McClung's dunk genius Almost everyone on the court found it hard to believe what Mac McClung did with his dunking talent. With about 50 baskets scored, Mac McClung proved why he was unbeaten in the dunk contest. NBA revisited the best dunk moments from the event where Stephen Curry and Ayesha Curry were seen genuinely enthralled by the dunk show put together by three-time slam dunk contest winner McClung. NBA captioned the post as: 'MAC: Jumps over @evanmobley4, grabs the ball, taps the rim, slams it STEPH: 🛌 🛌 🛌 An indelible moment from @macmcclung37's THREE-PEAT for NBA Dunk Week!' The three-time NBA Slam Dunk contest winner dunked over a variety of props, including a car. Evan Mobley volunteered to be McClung's muse as he braved every dunk made by the slam dunk genius. NBA recapped best dunk moments from 2024-2025 to tip off NBA Dunk Week, drawing fans' reactions The NBA Dunk week tip-off announcement was made by the NBA on Instagram. The league recapped the best dunk moments from the regular season and playoffs of the 2024-2025 season to give an apt start to the awaited event week. LeBron James, Pascal Siakam, Ja Morant, etc., were some of the players whose dunks appeared in the clip shared by the NBA. NBA labeled the video as '10 Impressive Dunks from 2024-25'. Such compilations are every NBA lover's dream collection. Fans picked their favorite dunks in the comments. @playsleeper commented, 'That Siakam dunk should be looked at as an all time Finals moment' @tlxnate wrote, 'Mitchell being the first slide made my day' @king_kairo517's comment was, 'Lebron and sharpe definitely those two are it' Fans commented on best dunk moments of 2024-2025 season picked by NBA (Source: @nba/Instagram) McClung's show delighted one and all. Everyone saw the dunk genius making impossible shots with bated breath. With every basket scored, the respect for McClung grew among the audience. NBA Dunk Contest FAQs Who won the NBA Dunk Contest three times in a row? Mac McClung won the NBA Dunk Contest three times in a row. Do Dunk contest winners win money? Yes. The dunk contest winner wins prize money. Mac McClung was awarded a cash prize of $310,000 in dunk winnings. Who was most likely to win the Dunk Contest in February 2025? Mac McClung was the most likely to win the dunk contest in February 2025. Also Read: Mac McClung wins back-to-back NBA Slam Dunk contest titles Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
