The 2025 NBA Slam Dunk Contest just wrapped up, and Mac McClung has done it again. With his third straight win, he pulled off an insane three-peat, making history as the undisputed king of the event. But here’s the twist—not everyone agrees he should’ve won.
Ja Morant wasted no time stirring the pot, firing off “FW Castle” on social media, leaving zero doubt about where he stood. Stephon Castle, the high-flying rookie, delivered jaw-dropping dunks without props, and many, including NBA analyst Kevin O’Connor, believed he was the rightful winner. O’Connor didn’t hold back either, saying: “Stephon Castle should’ve won. Better dunks without the use of gimmick props and he’s an actual NBA player.”
It wasn’t just Castle’s supporters making noise, though. Morant—who’s never even competed in the dunk contest—took things to another level. In a shocking moment, he admitted: “Mac might make me decide to dunk.” That alone would’ve sent fans into a frenzy but then came the ultimate game-changer.
Giannis Antetokounmpo wasn’t about to let Morant get away with just thinking about it. He responded instantly with: “If you do it. I’ll do it with you .” Adding further Giannis claims he just needs 3 weeks of preparation prior to the competition. “I just gotta to warm up for 3 weeks prior to the contest“
Wait… Ja and Giannis in the dunk contest together? That’s the kind of lineup NBA fans have been begging for! Just imagine Morant’s explosiveness mixed with Giannis’ sheer power. This could finally bring back the legendary Vince Carter-level dunk battles we’ve been craving.
Mac McClung’s Shocking Announcement
But just when the hype was reaching its peak, McClung dropped a bombshell.
When asked if he’d return for another run, his response left everyone stunned: “This might be it for me, but we’ll see. If they want me back bad enough, I’ll think about it.”
Feb 15, 2025; San Francisco, CA, USA; Osceola Magic guard Mac McClung celebrates with the trophy after winning the slam dunk competition during All Star Saturday Night ahead of the 2025 NBA All Star Game at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images
Wait, WHAT? The guy who just saved the dunk contest is walking away? This man jumped over cars, delivered three straight years of electrifying dunks, and now he’s calling it quits?
If this really is the end of the Mac McClung Dunk Contest Era, then the NBA needs Ja and Giannis to step up in 2026. So, what do you think? Did Castle deserve the win? And would you watch a Ja-Giannis dunk contest next year? Drop your thoughts—this debate is FAR from over.
(This is a developing story…)
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