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2025 NBA Slam Dunk Contest: McClung vs. Rising Stars!

2/8/2025

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Get ready for an electrifying showdown at the 2025 NBA Slam Dunk Contest on February 15! Defending champion Mac McClung will face off against rising stars Matas Buzelis, Andre Jackson Jr., and Stephon Castle. With NBA legends Kevin Garnett, Tracy McGrady, Baron Davis, and Jason Richardson as judges, and fan votes via the NBA ID program led by content creator Jesser, the excitement is sure to soar!

History

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The NBA Slam Dunk Contest, originating in 1976 during the ABA All-Star Game, revolutionized basketball entertainment. Julius Erving's iconic free-throw line dunk set the stage for future stars. This year's contest features defending champ Mac McClung and legends judging, echoing the event's rich legacy of high-flying excitement.

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Get ready for an electrifying showdown at the 2025 NBA Slam Dunk Contest on February 15! Defending champion Mac McClung will face off against rising stars Matas Buzelis, Andre Jackson Jr., and Stephon Castle. With NBA legends Kevin Garnett, Tracy McGrady, Baron Davis, and Jason Richardson as judges, and fan votes via the NBA ID program led by content creator Jesser, the excitement is sure to soar!

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