After McClung won the dunk contest again, Ja Morant sent out a tweet, saying he might have to join the event. He then followed up asking LaVine and Aaron Gordon what was up. "zach & AG wassup ...

On Saturday night, Memphis Grizzlies star guard Ja Morant teased an appearance in the dunk contest while also challenging high flyers and stars Nuggets' Aaron Gordon and Kings' Zach LaVine.

and Morant wanted to see Zach LaVine and Aaron Gordon return to the event as well. As LaVine, at least, sounds like he might be game: McClung has become the patron saint of the Dunk Contest ...

Ja Morant might have been inspired by Mac McClung, potentially recruiting two all-time dunking greats to join him in the 2026 Slam Dunk Contest.

Mac McClung’s NBA Slam Dunk Contest three-peat might save the competition solely by convincing some big stars to participate, including one former champion. Zach LaVine, a two-time Dunk Contest ...

Former Minnesota Timberwolves guard Zach LaVine ... The slam dunk has lacked star power in recent years, but the event has a rich history with memorable performances from some of the game ...

Morant, who has said he isn’t trying to dunk as often during games, does not throw down ... He also challenged Aaron Gordon and Zach LaVine to join him if he chose to do this.