This time around it was high-flying Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant who clearly felt inspired, just like the rest of us, due to Mac McClung’s astonishing aerial display. Morant tweeted, “Mac might make me decide to dunk,” indicating his interest.

Morant’s tweet received a notable reply from Giannis Antetokounmpo, who said, “If you do it. I’ll do it with you” 💯.

McClung has played five career NBA games, yet he has become a staple during the All-Star weekend. His combination of creativity, charisma, and a true passion for dunking makes him stand out among the competition.

To illustrate, here’s a literal representation of skill and performance over mere name recognition. The Dunk Contest doesn’t necessarily require famous names if the performance and talent are there.

Ultimately, it’s about providing fans with thrilling dunks, regardless of whether the participants are superstars or emerging talents.