<p><strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/NBA-News-Jayson-Tatum-breaks-the-silence-on-Ime-Udoka-20221214-0007.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Boston Celtics</a> star <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/The-only-15-players-who-could-beat-LeBron-James-all-time-NBA-scoring-record-20230202-0004.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Jayson Tatum</a> </strong>is coming off one of the most impressive performances in <strong>NBA <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/DK-Metcalf-says-NFL-wants-a-drug-test-for-his-NBAs-Celebrity-All-Star-Game-performance-20230220-0001.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">All-Star Game</a> history.</strong> Even in a dull and non-competitive game, one has to tip his hat off to him.</p>
<p>The game has become <strong>heavily criticized </strong>for its lack of defense and the players’ inexistent desire to try and make it fun for the fans. But we continue to tune in every year, hoping something amazing will happen.</p>
<p>The <strong>NBA’s <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/NBA-All-Star-Weekend-2023-Who-won-the-dunk-contest-20230219-0002.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">All-Star</a> Game has been full of epic performances</strong>. However, just a handful of players have managed to make history in this game. Here, we’re going to let you know about some of them.</p>
<h2>NBA All-Star: The 3 Craziest All-Star Records</h2>
<h3>3. Most Points Score – 55, Jayson Tatum</h3>
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<p><strong>Jayson Tatum</strong> just broke the record for the highest-scoring performance in NBA All-Star Game history. One could argue that it was also the softest ASG of all time due to the lack of defense, but it was impressive nonetheless.</p>
<p>Also, Tatum’s shot was money all night long. He scored <strong>55 points </strong>with ten three-pointers, ten rebounds, and six assists. Hedid all that on 71% from the floor, and led his team to a big win as well.</p>
<h3>2. Most Consecutive Selections – 18, Kobe Bryant</h3>
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<p>Many players have made history by logging over <strong>a dozen All-Star selections</strong>. However, just a handful of them has been able to stand out from the rest of the pack and make it to the big game year in and year out.</p>
<p>Thus far, <strong>Kobe Bryant</strong> holds the record for the most consecutive All-Star selections, a true testamentto his greatness and how much time he was one of the best, most dominant players in the world.</p>
<h3>1. Most Minutes Per All-Star Game – 31.7, Oscar Robertson</h3>
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<p>NBA players don’t want to play in the All-Star Game anymore; it’s as simple as that. So, this record will never be topped, as there’s no way you’ll see a star out there for <strong>more than 30 minutes in a meaningless game.</strong></p>
<p>Back when players actually cared, NBA legend <strong>Oscar Robertson</strong> set the mark for the most minutes played in a single All-Star Game (42), tied with <strong>Bill Russell, Jerry West, and Nate Thurmond.</strong></p>


NBA All-Star 2023: Jayson Tatum and the craziest ASG records

NBA All-Star 2023: Jayson Tatum and the craziest ASG records - Bolavip US

<p><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/Kevin-Durant-explains-why-hes-under-the-most-pressure-now-than-ever-20230217-0016.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Kevin Durant</strong> </a>is already <strong>a first-ballot <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/LeBron-James-finally-snubs-Michael-Jordan-Im-the-GOAT-20230209-0002.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Hall of Famer</a>. </strong>He’s also arguably the most talented pure scorer this game has ever seen, <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/Kevin-Durant-explains-how-his-trade-to-the-Suns-can-help-Devin-Booker-20230217-0040.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">the NBA’s</a> ultimate offensive cheat code, </strong>with his combination of size, shooting, and handles.</p>
<p>Not so long ago, Durant was the league’s offensive driving force. He was an unstoppable scorer, putting up<strong> 30+point games with ease.</strong> And even though the clock is ticking, he’s still wreaking havoc offensively.</p>
<p>So, now that he’s on the verge of cracking the <strong>NBA’s top 10 of <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/LeBron-James-and-the-top-25-leading-scorers-in-NBA-history-20230207-0007.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">all-time leading scorers</a>, </strong>the <strong>Phoenix Suns </strong>superstar opened up on how much it would meanto him to keep climbing up that ladder.</p>
<h2>Kevin Durant Admits He Wants To Be A Top-10 Scorer</h2>
<p><em><strong>“It means a lot. I mean, I always want to be respected by the greats of the game for my game and my abilities. You know, that says it all right there,” </strong></em>Durant admited. “<em>You know, I get love from the greats whenever I see them. Especially this weekend, a lot of former NBA players and current NBA players<strong>. It’s a lot of love and respect, and it shows so, that means the world to me that I can be close to the Top 10.”</strong></em></p>
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<h2>KD Knows The Pressure Is On In Phoenix</h2>
<p>It’s officially <strong>championship-or-bust season in Phoenix.</strong> There’s no more room or place for excuses or shortcomings after adding Durant to one of the most dominant teams in the Western Conference:</p>
<p><em><strong>“It’s pressure because I’m one of the best players to ever play the game,” </strong></em>Durant said in his introductory press conference.<em> <strong>“So, everytime I step on the floor people are going to expect me to do great things, for the team I’m on to do great things</strong>. But I enjoy getting better as a player every day. I enjoy waking up and getting to do this.<strong> So I don’t ever say anything’s a failure but I know what’s on our backs and we wanna get the most out of these opportunities.”</strong></em></p>
<p>So, even though no one can deny his status as one of the best to ever do it,this could still be <strong>a make-or-break season for KD.</strong></p>


Kevin Durant reveals his ultimate goal, and it's not another championship

Kevin Durant reveals his ultimate goal, and it's not another championship - Bolavip US

<p>Regardless of <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/LeBron-James-makes-the-boldest-statement-of-his-career-20230220-0003.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">LeBron James’</a> greatness</strong> and accomplishments, countless<strong> <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/LeBron-James-makes-urgent-request-to-Lakers-teammates--20230217-0020.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Los Angeles Lakers</a></strong> fans didn’t want him to join the team. They felt like<strong> their love for <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/NBA-News-The-day-Kobe-Bryant-admitted-Michael-Jordan-was-the-GOAT-20221207-0017.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Kobe Bryant</a></strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/NBA-News-The-day-Kobe-Bryant-admitted-Michael-Jordan-was-the-GOAT-20221207-0017.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener"> </a>made it impossible to cheer for James as well.</p>
<p>James wasn’t unanimously welcome at Southern California. He never faced the Lakers in the <strong>NBA Finals </strong>or played for the<strong> Boston Celtics o</strong>r anything like that, but they just wanted nothing to do with him.</p>
<p>Fast forward to today, and it’s a whole different story.<strong> <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/LeBron-James-is-getting-tired-of-Anthony-Davis-20230216-0014.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">LeBron</a> has worked his way to L.A.’s heart, </strong>leaving it all on the court and putting the team on his shoulders despite being in his 20th season already.</p>
<h2>Shaq Says LeBron James Deserves A Statue Outside Of Crypto.com Arena</h2>
<p>That’s why <strong>Shaquille O’Neal </strong>believes James has done enough merits already to have his very own statue outside of the Lakers’ arena. He compared the bubble ring in Orlando with Tim Duncan’s ring in the shortened season, which doesn’t really add up:</p>
<p><em><strong>“He did win a championship with the Lakers,” </strong></em>Shaq said .<strong><em> “A lot of people say that don’t count and if you can’t count his then you can’t count Mr. Tim Duncan’s bubble championship. That’s right, I said it! If you gonna count Tim Duncan’s bubble championship, you have to count LeBron’s.”</em></strong></p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">LeBron James deserves a statue in front of <a href="https://twitter.com/cryptocom?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@cryptocom</a> because he brought a championship to Los Angeles says <a href="https://twitter.com/SHAQ?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@SHAQ</a> to <a href="https://twitter.com/BallySports?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@BallySports</a>.</p>
<p> “A lot of people say that don’t count &amp; if you can’t count his then you can’t count Mr. Tim Duncan’s bubble championship. That’s right, I said it!” <a href="https://t.co/abDy6uJzwm">pic.twitter.com/abDy6uJzwm</a></p>
<p> — �� Brandon “Scoop B” Robinson (@ScoopB)    <a href="https://twitter.com/ScoopB/status/1627138875192918017?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 19, 2023</a>   </p></blockquote>
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<p>Shaq just took<strong> an uncalled-for shot at Tim Duncan</strong>, who won five rings and multiple titles with the same organization. It’s a comparisonthat simply makes no sense, even if you’re a diehard LeBron James fan.</p>
<p>Don’t get me wrong, James <strong>has been spectacular for the Lakers,</strong> but the team has mostly sucked since his arrival. And we’re talking about the winningest franchise in NBA history, so winning ‘just’ one ring isn’t gonna cut it.</p>
<p>James is perhaps the greatest player to play for the franchise and that ‘bubble ring’ is as valid as any other, but 95% of his accomplishments came before he joined the organization.<strong> So, he’s not even the best small forward in Lakers history, at least not yet.</strong></p>
<p>Of course, this isn’t a shot to LeBron or to say that winning a ring is nothing. But it’s the Los Angeles Lakers we’re talking about here, and <strong>the standards should be higher</strong>, even for a player like him.</p>


Shaquille O'Neal makes controversial claim about LeBron James' Lakers tenure

Shaquille O'Neal makes controversial claim about LeBron James' Lakers tenure - Bolavip US

<p>Besides <strong>Defensive Player of the Year, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/LeBron-James-is-getting-tired-of-Anthony-Davis-20230216-0014.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">LeBron James</a> </strong>has won every <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/LeBron-James-finally-snubs-Michael-Jordan-Im-the-GOAT-20230209-0002.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">major individual award</a> </strong>in the NBA. He also has <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/how-many-nba-rings-does-lebron-james-have-20200928-0013.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>four NBA championships </strong></a>with three different franchises, as well as plenty of success with <strong>Team USA.</strong></p>
<p>One could make a case for him being the<strong> most accomplished player in NBA history</strong>and one of the most successful in all major sports. However, he still feels like he’s got something left to prove.</p>
<p>The<strong> <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/LeBron-James-makes-urgent-request-to-Lakers-teammates--20230217-0020.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Los Angeles Lakers</a> are far from a playoff lock</strong> right now, regardless of how well LeBron has played. That’s why he deemed the final stretch of the season ‘the most important games of his career.’</p>
<h2>LeBron James Says The Next Are The Most Important Games Of His Career</h2>
<p><em><strong>“It’s 23 of the most important games of my career for a regular season,”</strong></em> James told the media beforethe All-Star Game on Sunday. <em><strong>“I’m going to figure out ways to make sure I’m available and on the floor for every single one of these 23 games. (…)Not being part of the postseason for two years straight, that’s not in my DNA,” </strong></em>James added.</p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">“How do you view the 23 remaining games in the Lakers season?”</p>
<p> LeBron: “It’s 23 of the most important games of my career for a regular season.”</p>
<p> (via <a href="https://twitter.com/TomerAzarly?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@TomerAzarly</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/ClutchPointsApp?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ClutchPointsApp</a>)</p>
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<p> — Hoop Central (@TheHoopCentral)    <a href="https://twitter.com/TheHoopCentral/status/1627449340980772864?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 19, 2023</a>   </p></blockquote>
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<h2>NBA Commissioner Adam Silver Addresses Load Management</h2>
<p>James wants to be available, which is a strange sight among NBA stars nowadays. Recently, <strong>Commissioner Adam Silver </strong>addressed the controversial load management issue, hoping the new CBA will help with it:</p>
<p><em><strong>“I think there’s been a societal shift,” </strong></em>Silver said.<em> “Everything’s about winning a championship these days and it’s less<strong>, I think in all sports, about how you perform day in and day out. And so it’s a cultural issue as well.”</strong></em></p>
<p><em>“There are a few things we’re addressing in collective bargaining, for example, I think we ensure that some of our awards require a minimum number of games be played,<strong> that we’re celebrating not just average number of points, but total number of points, that the culture is guys being out on the floor as much as they can,</strong>” </em>the Commissioner added.</p>
<p>No athlete should play through injury. But NBA stars are making generational wealth in one year with the one and only requirement of playing basketball. So, maybe, just maybe, they should… <strong>You know, actually play.</strong></p>


LeBron James makes the boldest statement of his career

LeBron James makes the boldest statement of his career - Bolavip US

<p><strong>DK Metcalf</strong> is seen as one of the most <strong>dominant wide receivers</strong> nowadays. After he played the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/NBA-All-Star-Weekend-2023-Who-won-the-dunk-contest-20230219-0002.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>NBA Celebrity All-Star Game</strong></a>, in which he was selected as the <strong>MVP</strong>, the <strong>NFL </strong>was really <strong>alarmed </strong>and the league asked him for a <strong>drug test</strong> for his <strong>outstanding performance</strong>.</p>
<p>In the <strong>NFL</strong>, <strong>wide receivers</strong> have to be very <strong>athletic</strong>, but <strong>DK Metcalf</strong> changed the whole scenario for all of them. The <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/NFL-News-49ers-TE-George-Kittle-defends-Deebo-Samuel-after-Seahawks-twisted-his-leg-20230115-0040.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Seahawks</a> player</strong> is very <strong>strong and agile</strong>, which makes him <strong>unstoppable </strong>for his rivals.</p>
<p>For the 2023 <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/Beautiful-Wives--Girlfriends-of-the-NBA-20230217-0011.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>NBA Celebrity All-Star game</strong></a>, he was selected as one of the members to play. He had an <strong>incredible performance</strong> with amazing <strong>dunks</strong>, which turned on the alarms in the <strong>NFL</strong>.</p>
<h2>DK Metcalf shares NFL wants to drug test him for his NBA’s Celebrity All-Star Game MVP</h2>
<p><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/NFL-News-Geno-Smith-gets-real-on-his-recent-struggles-20221214-0011.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>DK Metcalf</strong></a> absolutely dominated the <strong>2023 NBA Celebrity All-Star game</strong>. He was one of the few who could <strong>dunk </strong>thanks to his <strong>athleticism</strong>, but his outstanding performance didn’t make the <strong>NFL </strong>very happy.</p>
<p>On his Instagram stories, <strong>Metcalf </strong>shared a <strong>message </strong>from an <strong>apparent NFL representative called Brian Keller</strong>, who informed the <strong>wide receiver he was “selected for aPES (performance-enhancing substance) policy collection”</strong> on Monday.</p>
<p><strong>Metcalf</strong> then shared a <strong>post </strong>in which he <strong>shows images of the NBA Celebrity All-Star Game and</strong> at the end of all a <strong>cup </strong>which is used for <strong>drug tests</strong>.<strong> <em>“Your HIGHness,”</em> </strong>was written as caption alongside the pictures.<span></span></p>
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DK Metcalf says NFL wants a drug test for his NBA's Celebrity All-Star Game performance

DK Metcalf says NFL wants a drug test for his NBA's Celebrity All-Star Game performance - Bolavip US

<p>The <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/nba-2021-22-playoff-format-how-will-the-basketball-postseason-work-20211018-0003.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">New Orleans Pelicans</a></strong> have one of the best players, <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/ringless-best-nba-players-that-have-never-won-a-ring-20210625-0009.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Zion Williamson</a></strong>, since the 2019-2020 season, but so far he has not made the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/nba-finals-all-nba-champions-by-year-20210701-0003.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">playoffs </a></strong>with the Pelicans.</p>
<p>Williamson did not play during the 2021-2022 season due to a jones fracture, he was supposed to return to play half of that <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/nba-finals-history-by-year-complete-list-of-all-nba-finals-championship-games-20220601-0041.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">season </a></strong>but things did not go as expected.</p>
<p>The first time Williamson was called to an NBA All-Star game was in 2021, and he was part of the NBA All-Rookie First Team in 2020.</p>
<h2>Why isn’t Zion Williamson playing in the 2023 NBA All-Star Game?</h2>
<p><strong>Zion Williamson will not play in the All-Star Game due to injury,</strong> he was sidelined on January 2, 2023 due to a hamstring injury, even though it has been over a month since his injury the Pelicans announced on February 13 that Williamson would miss multiple weeks including the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/nba-finals-who-won-the-first-ever-nba-championship-20220607-0033.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">All-Star Game.</a></strong></p>
<p>Williamson will be replaced by Anthony Edwards in the 2023 NBA All-Star game. Injuries tend to take time to heal on heavy guys like Zion, he’s 6-6 at 284 lbs, which means his body suffers more with each balance during games.</p>
<p>So far the 2020-2021 season was the best for Williamson with an average of 27 PPG and 61 games started. That season was also short due to injury.</p>


NBA All-Star Game 2023: Why is Zion Williamson not playing?

NBA All-Star Game 2023: Why is Zion Williamson not playing? - Bolavip US

<p>The <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/NBA-Rumors-Russell-Westbrook-makes-a-decision-about-his-future-sort-of-20230217-0018.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">NBA</a> </strong>trade deadline had some moves that caused a big shake in the whole league. There were important transactions, but no one was more impactful than the<strong> <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/Suns-new-owner-sends-message-to-Kevin-Durant-Chris-Paul-Devin-Booker-20230217-0022.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Phoenix Suns</a> </strong>acquiring <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/Kevin-Durant-shockingly-traded-to-the-Suns-Funniest-memes-and-reactions-20230209-0001.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Kevin Durant</strong></a>. Though despite his talent <strong>KD</strong> will not play the <strong>All-Star Game</strong>.</p>
<p>The <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/Nets-GM-claps-back-at-Kyrie-Irving-with-epic-statement-20230210-0010.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Brooklyn Nets</a> </strong>were the team that changed the landscape of the competition for at least this season. It was getting rid ofthe controversial<strong> <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/Kyrie-Irving-makes-shocking-statement-about-Kevin-Durants-trade-20230209-0003.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Kyrie Irving</a></strong> what started the domino effect when he was sent to the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/NBA-News-Jason-Kidd-makes-unexpected-statement-about-Luka-Doncics-performance-20221206-0065.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Dallas Mavericks</strong></a>. Superstar <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/Kyrie-Irving-breaks-the-silence-on-playing-with-Luka-Doncic-20230215-0014.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Luka Doncic</a> </strong>got a talented player in his team, <strong>but he wasn’t the only stellar presence to receive help</strong>.</p>
<p>Durant also changed franchises after his former teammate was traded. <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/Kevin-Durant-explains-why-hes-under-the-most-pressure-now-than-ever-20230217-0016.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Phoenix look again as a contender</strong></a> having a core formed by top stars in the game such as <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/NBA-News-Devin-Booker-makes-something-clear-after-Suns-land-Kevin-Durant-20230216-0035.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Devin Booker</a> </strong>or <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/NBA-News-Chris-Paul-has-a-warning-for-Devin-Booker-after-Kevin-Durant-trade-20230215-0048.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Chris Paul</strong></a>. Although the Suns will not be represented by KD in the NBA All-Star Game.</p>
<h2>Why isKevin Durant missing the 2023 NBA All-Star Game?</h2>
<p>Injuries have limited Durant’s availability since he signed with the Nets. He arrived there after tearing his Achilles in the NBA Finals while he was in the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/NBA-All-Star-Game-2023-Why-is-Stephen-Curry-not-playing-20230218-0033.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Golden State Warriors</strong></a>. Though lately he also had some issues that put a ceiling on his team.</p>
<p><strong>Durant is not playing the NBA All-Star Game because of an injury</strong>. <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/NBA-News-Kevin-Durant-breaks-silence-on-the-Nets-breakup-Kyrie-Irving-trade-20230216-0050.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The former MVP</a> had an MCL sprain in his right knee a month ago that kept him out for several matchups this year. His absence was expected even before the trade, but he could be back sooner rather than later to play in a new team yet again.<span></span></p>
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NBA All-Star Game 2023: Why is Kevin Durant not playing?

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<p>The <strong>NBA-All Star Game</strong> will be played on Sunday, although Saturday was the time for other fun activities. The one that was going to be getting all the attention in Utah was the <strong>Slam Dunk Contest </strong>because of how boring it was last year. This time <strong>Mac McClung </strong>was the center of it with an almost perfect performance in the score.</p>
<p>He played most of his career in the <strong>G-League</strong>, although lately he had a chance in the top competition. In this event he was actually representing the Philadelphia 76ers, so maybe he continues to gain popularity. What has not been doubted is his athletic ability.</p>
<p>Matthew McClung was for one day the star in the <strong>NBA</strong> with his dunks. He got 50 points in three of his attempts while he received 49 on the other one. His talent had a lot of casual basketball fans wanting to know more about this player.</p>
<h2>How old is Mac McClung?</h2>
<p>McClung was born on <strong>January 6, 1999</strong>, so <strong>he is 24 years old</strong>. His place of birth was <strong>Kingsport</strong>, Tennessee, United States.</p>
<h2>How tall is Mac McClung?</h2>
<p>McClung is<strong> 6’2”</strong> or 1.88m tall.</p>
<h2>What is Mac McClung’s vertical jump?</h2>
<p><strong>McClung registered a vertical leap of 43.5 inches</strong> at the G-League Combine.</p>
<h2>When was Mac McClung drafted?</h2>
<p>McClung was <strong>undrafted</strong> in the 2021 NBA Draft.</p>
<h2>Does Mac McClung have any social media?</h2>
<p>McClung can be found on Instagram at <strong>@macmcclung37</strong>.<span></span></p>
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Mac McClung’s profile: Age, height, vertical jump, draft, and social media

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<p>The All-Star break or the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/nba-ring-2022-value-how-much-does-an-nba-championship-ring-cost-20220531-0039.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">NBA </a></strong>All-Star Weekend is made up of a series of events and exhibitions where the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/nba-finals-all-nba-champions-by-year-20210701-0003.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">best players</a></strong> show their skills before the<strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/nba-finals-history-by-year-complete-list-of-all-nba-finals-championship-games-20220601-0041.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener"> All-Star game.</a></strong></p>
<p>One of the most anticipated events or competitions before the All-Star Game is the 3-point contest where the best shooters in the league play to get <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/nba-finals-who-won-the-first-ever-nba-championship-20220607-0033.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">an individual title.</a></strong></p>
<p>It is difficult to predict who will win any of the events, especially the Slam Dunk, I answered, which is usually the event that offers the most surprises to the public.</p>
<h2>Who won the dunk contest in 2023?</h2>
<p><strong>The winner of the ATT Slam Dunk Contest in 2023 is <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/Mac-McClungs-profile-Age-height-vertical-jump-draft-and-social-media-20230219-0003.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Mac McClung</a></strong>, he was the player with the most points and he left everyone speechless with his dunks.<span></span></p>
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<p>In 2022 the winner was Obi Toppin with his victory the Knicks (his team at the time of winning) became the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/steve-kerrs-championships-how-many-rings-does-the-warriors-coach-have-won-20220619-0033.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">NBA team</a></strong> with the most Slam Dunk champions with a total of 4 players.</p>


NBA All-Star Weekend 2023: Who won the dunk contest?

NBA All-Star Weekend 2023: Who won the dunk contest? - Bolavip US

<p>The trade deadline was as shocking as it has ever been in the league. There were important moves all over the place, although the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/Nets-GM-claps-back-at-Kyrie-Irving-with-epic-statement-20230210-0010.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Brooklyn Nets</strong></a> were the team that started everything parting ways with <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/Kevin-Durant-shockingly-traded-to-the-Suns-Funniest-memes-and-reactions-20230209-0001.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Kevin Durant</strong></a> and<strong> <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/Kyrie-Irving-makes-shocking-statement-about-Kevin-Durants-trade-20230209-0003.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Kyrie Irving</a></strong>.</p>
<p><strong>Irving was the one that began the chaos when he <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/Zach-LaVine-reacts-to-the-rumors-of-his-alleged-desire-to-leave-the-Bulls-20230213-0006.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">requested a trade</a></strong>. In the end, the franchise granted his wish sending him to the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/NBA-News-Jason-Kidd-makes-unexpected-statement-about-Luka-Doncics-performance-20221206-0065.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Dallas Mavericks</strong></a> to pair him with <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/Kyrie-Irving-breaks-the-silence-on-playing-with-Luka-Doncic-20230215-0014.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Luka Doncic</strong></a>. But that was just the first move for the team.</p>
<p>Durant was the other superstar to be shipped away. This time the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/Suns-new-owner-sends-message-to-Kevin-Durant-Chris-Paul-Devin-Booker-20230217-0022.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Phoenix Suns</strong></a> were the lucky roster that will add a former NBA MVP to the lineup to go for the title. Having him alongside <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/NBA-News-Devin-Booker-makes-something-clear-after-Suns-land-Kevin-Durant-20230216-0035.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Devin Booker</a> </strong>and<strong> <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/NBA-News-Chris-Paul-has-a-warning-for-Devin-Booker-after-Kevin-Durant-trade-20230215-0048.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Chris Paul</a> </strong>make them a top candidate.</p>
<h2>Kevin Durant, Kyrie Irving talk about their trade requests</h2>
<p>KD was introduced by the Phoenix Suns a few days ago while he recovers from an injury. He will not be playing the <strong>NBA All-Star Game</strong>, although he was available for media obligations as also was Irving. They both defended the idea of players demanding trades for their teams as a good thing for the league, according to Dave McMenamin of ESPN.</p>
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<p>“I don’t think it’s bad for the league. It’s bringing more eyes to the league, more people are more excited. It brings more attention to the league and that’s really what rakes the money in, when you get more attention. <strong>So, I think it’s great for the league, to be honest</strong>. It’s just part of the game now. I don’t think it’s a bad thing. It’s bringing more and more excitement to the game”, said Durant per McMenamin’s report.</p>
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<p>Kyrie also referred to his situation comparing it to the one of every worker. “Why doesn’t anyone have the ability to ask for trades? That’s my question. When did it become terrible to make great business decisions for yourself and your happiness and peace of mind? <strong>Not every employer you’re going to get along with, so if you have the chance to go somewhere else and you’re doing it legally, I don’t think there’s a problem with it</strong>“, he explained.<span></span></p>
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NBA News: Kevin Durant, Kyrie Irving defend players demanding a trade

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<p>The <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/Watch-NBA-All-Star-Saturday-Night-2023-online-TV-Channel-and-Live-Streaming-20230217-0041.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">NBA All-Star Weekend</a> </strong>has already begun with different activities on Friday, although the best is yet to come. <strong>The game is where all the superstars should be taking part in the action</strong>, but there will be a key piece missing since <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/Angry-Stephen-Curry-knows-who-to-blame-for-the-Warriors-struggles-20230203-0004.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Stephen Curry</a> </strong>is not going to play.</p>
<p>It has not been a good season for the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/Stephen-Curry-could-force-Warriors-to-make-an-unpleasant-decision-20230125-0007.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Golden State Warriors</strong></a>. <strong>The defending champions</strong> have struggled a lot to stay competitive, mainly because of several injuries in the roster. In fact, they are currently ranked just <strong>9th in the Western Conference with a 29-29 record</strong>.</p>
<p>The event will have a lot of situations that will show talent such as the Slam Dunk Contest on Saturday. Though that day <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/Why-is-Stephen-Curry-not-participating-in-the-3-point-contest-20230216-0053.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Curry will not participate in the 3-point contest either</strong></a>. Find out why the two-time NBA MVP will not be in the match.</p>
<h2>The reason why Stephen Curry is not playing the 2023 NBA All-Star Game</h2>
<p>As of now <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/NBA-News-Steve-Kerr-gives-a-wake-up-call-to-one-of-his-Warriors-players-20230216-0044.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>the Golden State Warriors would only be in a play-in context</strong></a> for how inconsistent they have been all season. That means every game will matter until the end of the competition, so they can’t afford to miss their key pieces. Although that will be the case for some time with the best player of the team.</p>
<p><strong>Curry is not playing in the NBA All-Star Game because <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/When-will-Curry-return-to-play-for-the-Golden-State-Warriors-20230214-0040.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">he is injured</a></strong>. The superstar suffered a partial tear in two lower-leg ligaments two weeks ago, but his return is not near. He even went ahead to say that he will not be playing against <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/LeBron-James-is-getting-tired-of-Anthony-Davis-20230216-0014.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Lebron James</strong></a>’ <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/NBA-Rumors-Lakers-Warriors-and-potential-destinations-for-Kevin-Love-20230216-0022.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Los Angeles Lakers</strong></a> after the All-Star break in a couple of days.<span></span> </p>
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NBA All-Star Game 2023: Why is Stephen Curry not playing?

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<p><strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/NBA-Rumors-Russell-Westbrook-and-the-best-buyout-candidates-20230214-0015.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Russell Westbrook’s</a> </strong>nightmare tenure with the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/Rob-Pelinka-admits-Russell-Westbrook-was-a-mistake-for-the-Lakers-20230214-0013.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Los Angeles Lakers</a> </strong>has finally come to an end. He was<strong> traded to the<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/Lakers-trade-Russell-Westbrook-to-the-Jazz-Funniest-memes-and-reactions-20230208-0053.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener"> Utah Jazz,</a></strong> a rebuilding team that’s likely to buy him out in the next few days.</p>
<p>The Jazz reportedly let Westbrook know that<strong> he’s welcome to stay </strong>and finish the season in Utah if he wants to. However, he might be better off suiting up for a contending team interested in his services.</p>
<p>According to the latest reports, multiple teams<strong> would be interested <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/NBA-Rumors-Clippers-might-shut-down-the-door-on-Russell-Westbrook-20230210-0018.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">in Westbrook</a></strong> if he’s indeed bought out. However, as frenetic and fast-paced as he is on the court, he’s not rushing to make a decision right now.</p>
<h2>NBA News: Russell Westbrook Won’t Choose A New Team Until After The All-Star Break</h2>
<p><em>“Former MVP Russell Westbrook, widely seen as the most prominent player conceivably available on this season’s NBA buyout market,<strong> is expected to use the All-Star break to recharge before proceeding with his next career steps, league sources say,”</strong></em> reported Marc Stein. “<em><strong>Westbrook, while reserving the right to speed up that timetable if the right opportunity arises, has expressed a desire to be deliberate in his decision-making…”</strong></em></p>
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<p>Th<strong>e Los Angeles Clippers, Miami Heat, Oklahoma City Thunder, and Chicago Bulls </strong>have been mentioned as potential suitors for the former MVP, with the Bulls and coach <strong>Billy Donovan</strong> reportedly leading the race.</p>
<p>Westbrook’s tenure in Los Angeles was always meant for disaster,<strong> he wasn’t a good fit next to LeBron James, a</strong>nd the fans constantly went at him for the team’s shortcomings. So, it’s only normal to see that he’s taking some time to make a decision.</p>
<p>There’s no denying that Westbrook’s career will end in the<strong> Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame. </strong>But he needs to go out on a high note, playing for a team where he and his talents are actually appreciated.</p>


NBA Rumors: Russell Westbrook makes a decision about his future, sort of

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<p><strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/NBA-News-Damian-Lillard-picks-a-player-to-win-an-NBA-Championship-with-20221211-0046.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">NBA championship</a> culture</strong> has often been a subject of controversy. Some claim that a <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/Kevin-Durant-knows-this-could-be-the-ultimate-failure-for-him-20230217-0010.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>player’s legacy</strong></a> shouldn’t be determined by how many rings he won. But <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/NBA-News-Kevin-Durant-breaks-silence-on-the-Nets-breakup-Kyrie-Irving-trade-20230216-0050.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Kevin Durant’s </a>case has always been particular.</strong></p>
<p>While undeniably one of the greatest ever and <strong>a first-ballot Hall of Famer</strong>, some fans— and even some of his colleagues— don’t value his two rings equally. They think he got a free ride, even though he was the best— or second-best— player on his team.</p>
<p>So, after failing to put together his very own team a<strong>nd win a ring with the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/Kevin-Durant-shockingly-traded-to-the-Suns-Funniest-memes-and-reactions-20230209-0001.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Brooklyn Nets</a>,</strong> KD knows how another empty-handed tenure would affect the narrative about him. That’s why it’s championship-or-bust at the Sun Valley right now.</p>
<h2>NBA News: Kevin Durant Explains Why He’s Under That Much Pressure</h2>
<p><em><strong>“It’s pressure because I’m one of the best players to ever play the game,</strong></em>” KD acknowledged. <em><strong>“So, everytime I step on the floor people are going to expect me to do great things, for the team I’m on to do great things</strong>. But I enjoy getting better as a player every day. I enjoy waking up and getting to do this. <strong>So I don’t ever say anything’s a failure but I know what’s on our backs and we wanna get the most out of these opportunities.”</strong></em></p>
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<p>Kevin Durant has played with<strong> a plethora of superstars</strong>, and he’s always been a top-5 player in the Association. So, it’s only natural to think that he’s often held to a different standard from other players.</p>
<p>Winning an NBA championship is one of the toughest things a team can achieve, which is why so many legends<strong> have retired ringless</strong>. But even despite all that, the clock is ticking on KD, and he wants to get another one without walking away.</p>


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Kevin Durant explains why he's under the most pressure now than ever - Bolavip US

<p><strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/Rob-Pelinka-admits-Russell-Westbrook-was-a-mistake-for-the-Lakers-20230214-0013.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Rob Pelinka</a> and the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/NBA-Rumors-Kevin-Love-and-buyout-candidates-for-the-Lakers-20230215-0023.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Los Angeles Laker</a>s </strong>front office worked overtime to overhaul the roster ahead of the<strong> final stretch of <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/NBA-Commissioner-slams-load-management-and-players-sitting-out-20230217-0006.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">the NBA</a> season.</strong> The clock is ticking, and they cannot rest on their laurels anymore.</p>
<p>This roster is a better fit alongside their star players. It’s also more suited to the style of basketball new coach<strong> Darvin Ham</strong> had been trying to establish since arriving in Southern California.</p>
<p>And so far, so good for<strong> the new-look Lakers. <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/LeBron-James-is-getting-tired-of-Anthony-Davis-20230216-0014.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">LeBron James</a></strong> seems quite excited about his new teammates, as it’s evident that they’re properly suited to exploit James’ strengths and vice versa.</p>
<h2>LeBron James Likes The New-Look Lakers</h2>
<p><em><strong>“I think we’re going to continue to build off tonight, and I think our skill set all kind of fit each other,</strong></em>” James said.<em> “With Vando and D-Lo and Beas, three guys that just know how to play the game.<strong> We all just tried to get the ball popping, get the ball moving, have equal opportunity and everybody is just trying to play to their advantage out on the floor.”</strong></em></p>
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<h2>James Urges Teammates To Stay Focused During The All-Star Break</h2>
<p>Notably, with the league halting all activities<strong> due to the All-Star break</strong>, James urged his teammates to stay focused and not detach too much, as they still have the most crucial stretch of the season ahead of them:</p>
<p><em><strong>“Yeah, we gotta a lot of work to do still,”</strong></em> James said.<em><strong> “Every game is going to be tough for us, especially going on a stretch. We know on the type of push that we need to make. I want the guys to enjoy the break, but don’t get a 100% detached because we want to come back and try to keep this thing going.”</strong></em></p>
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<p>So, you know, don’t get too crazy in Vegas and keep the partying at a minimum this week. It’s time to recharge, regroup, and get ready for the final stretch of the season, as <strong>they’re not a lock to make the playoffs.</strong></p>


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<p>The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/Watch-NBA-All-Star-Saturday-Night-2023-online-TV-Channel-and-Live-Streaming-20230217-0041.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>NBA All-Star Game</strong></a> will have the best assets of the league in Utah for another weekend full of fun action. There will be some absences in the match itself like <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/Why-is-Stephen-Curry-not-participating-in-the-3-point-contest-20230216-0053.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Stephen Curry</strong></a> or <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/Suns-new-owner-sends-message-to-Kevin-Durant-Chris-Paul-Devin-Booker-20230217-0022.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Kevin Durant</strong></a>, although this night was for the celebrities.</p>
<p>This steady piece in the event usually leaves a lot to be said from fans on social media. Watching famous singers, actors, or comedians add to the show. There were also athletes of other sports such as baseball legend <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/mlb/albert-pujols-and-another-mlb-player-will-be-the-only-two-active-3000-hit-club-members-20220419-0046.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Albert Pujols</strong></a> or <strong>Seattle Seahawks</strong> wide receiver <strong>DK Metcalf</strong>.</p>
<p>Having such a wide range of personalities gave space for curious situations. This time also had big-time coaches like <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/NBA-News-Giannis-Antetokounmpo-fires-back-at-his-critics-with-epic-response-20230105-0004.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Giannis Antetokounmpo</strong></a> and <strong>Lindsey Vonn</strong> representing<strong> Dwayne </strong><strong>Wade</strong>’s team, for example. Check out the funniest memes and reactions.</p>
<h2>Funniest memes and reactions from the NBA All-Star Celebrity Game</h2>
<p>There were plenty of things to look at in this game. The main point wasMetcalf’s athletic ability beinga lot to the other celebrities. Not having any sharp shooters on the court was the other topic that stood out in this event.<span></span></p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Half of these shots in the <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/NBAAllStar?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#NBAAllStar</a> celebrity game: <a href="https://t.co/LNsD82WVHF">pic.twitter.com/LNsD82WVHF</a></p>
<p> — Rod Ricky Fontaine �� (@Rod_Rillo)    <a href="https://twitter.com/Rod_Rillo/status/1626742065387249664?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 18, 2023</a>   </p></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">DK Metcalf in this celebrity game <a href="https://t.co/KMFg6JlYT9">pic.twitter.com/KMFg6JlYT9</a></p>
<p> — Dullah �� (@imDullah)     <a href="https://twitter.com/imDullah/status/1626741823812009984?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 18, 2023</a>    </p></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">“why are you watching the celebrity game” WHERE ELSE ARE YOU GOING TO SEE THANASIS DRAWING UP PLAYS WITH HIS CHEST OUT WHILE GIANNIS AND LINDSEY VONN WATCH <a href="https://t.co/HorpBkR5a4">pic.twitter.com/HorpBkR5a4</a></p>
<p> — Steve Jones Jr. (@stevejones20)      <a href="https://twitter.com/stevejones20/status/1626741550880260097?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 18, 2023</a>     </p></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Pat seeing all the under 6’5 PF options at the celebrity game <a href="https://t.co/jXd89JJp8R">pic.twitter.com/jXd89JJp8R</a></p>
<p> — Grant (@IcyGamel)       <a href="https://twitter.com/IcyGamel/status/1626741348798763010?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 18, 2023</a>      </p></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">The NBA All-Star Celebrity Game answers the question, “what if every player on the court shot the ball like Russell Westbrook?”</p>
<p> — Barry (@BarryOnHere)        <a href="https://twitter.com/BarryOnHere/status/1626744735753797632?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 18, 2023</a>       </p></blockquote>
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NBA All-Star Celebrity Game: Funniest memes and reactions

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