In a post-NBA Dunk Contest interview, Lou Williams and Mac McClung engaged in a candid discussion about the recent event, particularly focusing on their perspectives on the performance of Jaylen Brown, who unexpectedly found himself in the final round.
The banter began with Williams poking fun at the presence of Jaylen Brown in the final face-off. “Alright, Mac, let’s be honest, Jaylen Brown wasn’t supposed to be in that final with you?” he questioned, eliciting a laugh from McClung.
In response, McClung acknowledged Brown’s skills, stating, “I thought he had some good dunks too.”
Lou Williams: "Alright, Mac, let’s be honest, Jaylen Brown wasn’t supposed to be in that final with you?"
Mac McClung: "I thought he had some good dunks to.”
LW: “Which one?” 😂
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McClung extended his admiration for Jaylen Brown’s performance, highlighting the difficulty of executing certain dunks. “Dunking and being on that stage is not easy, so I wouldn’t get flack to anybody,” he stated, defending Brown against criticism.
Williams interjected, acknowledging the difficulty of executing the 360-windmill dunk Brown performed. “It’s not as easy as he made it look.”
McClung reflected on the experience of having an All-Star like Jaylen Brown as a competitor, noting that while it added pressure, it also brought excitement to the contest..
