After dazzling fans by winning the NBA Slam Dunk Contest during All-Star Weekend, Mac McClung is starting to drive ticket sales in the G-League.
Fans in attendance showed their support with special signs. Some of the best signs read"McClung for President 2023" or simply had a photo of a goat . , part of the USA TODAY Network."He mentally stayed engaged to compete in the one game that he played in. “And obviously just the emotions and the energy and this whole process that he’s going through with kinda coming out to the world. It’s taxing.
McClung will be eligible to join the 76ers at any point due to his two-way contract. He can spend 45 days with the 76ers while playing the bulk of the season with the Blue Coats. "I wanna be in the NBA," McClung said."I want to make an impact. Can’t have nights like tonight but I’m just waiting my turn."
The Blue Coats next game will be on Friday against Motor Cruise. McClung is averaging 18.4 points on 56.2% shooting this season.
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