Although the NBA All-Star Game is often an exciting contest featuring the best basketball players in the world, the most anticipated and discussed portion of All-Star weekend itself is usually the Slam Dunk Contest,

The high-flying guard is an incredible athlete and will take home the crown once again in San Francisco. While his skills haven't led to consistent playing time in the NBA, McClung is suited very well for this competition. With a win, he would tie Nate Robinson for the most Slam Dunk titles in history.

All-Star Game featured captains drafting teams. The 2024 event moved back to East vs. West. Now, in 2025, we're playing a four-team tournament. What that says about All-Star Weekend's broader, existential issues is a matter of debate.