Big Air: The Mac McClung Story | SC Featured

In the history of the NBA Slam Dunk Contest, only one person has won the event three-straight times, Mac McClung. But for McClung, the true challenge has been something much simpler, finding a permanent spot on an NBA roster. The 6’2” guard has become a viral phenomenon thanks to his high-flying dunks, but as a pro, he’s bounced between four different G League clubs in five seasons and played just ten NBA games for five teams during that time. ESPN writer Anthony Olivieri charts McClung’s remarkable story from his tiny hometown of Gate City, Virginia, to internet sensation, to becoming one of the greatest dunkers in basketball history. ✔️ Subscribe to ESPN Unlimited: https://plus.espn.com/ #ESPN #NBA