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Mac McClung Achieves Historic Three-Peat in NBA Slam Dunk Contest
Mac McClung has made history by becoming a three-time champion of the NBA Slam Dunk Contest. On Saturday night at the Chase Center, he dazzled fans with a series of spectacular dunks, winning the title for the third consecutive year in 2025, and marking him as the first player ever to do so.
The Orlando Magic guard set a high standard early in the competition when he leaped over a car to deliver an impressive two-handed reverse dunk, which earned him a perfect score of 50. McClung maintained his momentum throughout the event, securing flawless scores on all four of his dunks.
In the final round, McClung showcased two unforgettable finishes. For his first highlight, he grabbed a ball from a friend balancing on a hoverboard while simultaneously catching another ball hanging above the rim before slamming both down in a stunning display of coordination and skill.
Climaxing his performance, McClung soared over Cleveland Cavaliers forward Evan Mobley, who was positioned on an elevated platform, tapping the ball against the front of the rim before executing a powerful two-handed slam. Spectators, analysts, and fellow players were left in awe by his athletic prowess and creativity.
Although San Antonio Spurs guard Stephon Castle put forth a strong effort and dazzled the crowd with his own remarkable behind-the-back dunk while spinning and finishing with his left hand, he ultimately fell short in the final round against McClung.
At just 26 years old, McClung now shares the honor of three-time Slam Dunk Contest champion with Nate Robinson, who won the title three times but not consecutively. The 2025 Slam Dunk Contest will be remembered as an exhilarating event, with McClung walking away with the championship trophy once again.
