Mac McClung Los Angeles Lakers Debut Full Highlights

This was a game of firsts for Mac... he got his first NBA slam dunk, 3 pointer, free throw, rebound, assist, block, steal, and even flagrant foul. Overall he finished with 6 pts, 3 rebounds, 1 assist, 1 steal, and 1 block in 21 minutes and was also a +9. He had a huge 4 point play to cut the lead to 5 in the final minute which allowed the Lakers to eventually tie and send the game to OT.
In OT, McClung had the perfect end to a great first season with a double pump reverse jam for the final points of the Lakers season to cap off a great come from behind victory.
Hopefully this is just the beginning and we can see Mac in the Lakers or another teams rotation next season.

[@kt420ish]

I never knew this kid plays that great of defense. That's a great game in my eyes. His impact on the game is part of why they won

[@ljsmixbox44]

They are so quick to bench a white players...when in fact they have nothing but talent in white players. It's happening in college sports, the NFL and now the NBA is starting to see it's just not black athletes that are the best at sports. These are different times.

[@spider-manrw2449]

That's the most impressive 6pt performance I have ever seen

[@cryptomillie]

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@paulpaul1260]

Not to mention his defense !!! 😁👍

[@OhioWatchlist]

Lol

[@avissanders1888]

😂😂😂😂it actually was

[@sticksentertainment]

This comment though 💀🤣

[@jonthomas4616]

There's a lot of people who have been pulling for him since high school. People all over the country love his energy and love for the game. I wouldn't pay to watch a lot of NBA games, but if more people played as hard as he does, I'd consider going. Just fun energetic basketball. The man deserves a spot over a lot of other people. Keep balling mac

[@travisjazzbo3490]

Same. I never watch a regular-season NBA game. The go through the motions 3/4 of the game.

[@konsl3133]

Not only over the country. Greetings from Germany! ;-)

[@FantasySportsZen]

Yup. Nowadays most players skip games every week or two also, especially the highest paid ones. So you don't even know if you'll see them even if they're healthy. Crazy. Paid like half a $1M to shoot hoops for a couple hours and they can't hack it. Lol.

[@tedwilliams185]

He plays hard, but hebisnt good enough for the NBA

[@Six3SixTay]

@@tedwilliams185Lmfao, speak for yourself. Dude has been dominating every game from being in the league to now smashing in the g league. This is the best a player has ever made only scoring 6 points, look soo damn good. . & Ooh, let’s not forget about the damn good defense, on top of contributing to the team with great ball movement. Mac MORE than deserves his spot in the nba, over soooo many other players. I mean, say what you want I guess, but theres no good reason as to why he isn’t there right now... & I’ll tell you what, “NoT bEinG gOoD eNoUgH” is DEFINITELY NOT at the top of the list of “reasons”.

[@Riceboivncz]

And now he won the dunk contest 🔥

[@BearDown4Life]

And went back to the D league. Where he belongs. Dude is trash.

[@vladvesa8296]

With lots of 50’s, not just by being the best of all candidates

[@coachmcguirk6297]

And now he got signed to a team AND a shoe deal. He's going places.

[@Lp-cd5mx]

Me: Hey this kid Mac McClung, looks like he has real potential. Will be interesting to see what he does next year with the Lakers. Lakers: LeBron said we need to release McClung immediately! 😂🤦‍♂️

[@mattwilliams5773]

He is cool to wathc and I never knew until the dunk contest. The NBA is horrible to me. It's shoot 3's and do some layups until the end, then boom defense. It's like the all-star game is in reality what everyone is, but everyone hates it. It would be amazing to see all the players in their full potential with a bit of effort on the court and you don't hardly get that anymore. There are teams that go the length to be the best, but most of the top players are just chilling out and collecting their paychecks anymore.

[@JMedro]

Love this kid! Been watching him since he was a Sophomore in HS.....I was a believer then, and a believer now...never stop supporting this young man....

[@zane631]

John stockton type player that dunks. Give him a ballscreen by a PF and good shots will be created.

[@nkosiimpi889]

Where y'all from?

[@SwypeR_]

@@nkosiimpi889 I’m from 956 south Tx mac is a baller

[@nkosiimpi889]

@@SwypeR_ I see, super athletic, tough and plays hard.

[@dennisroberts5197]

Yes sir. I've been watching him too. Love it

[@lindawilliams2342]

Just a perfect entrance for Mac...passing and getting his balance..and the final dunk was perfect. Go Mac!!!!!!!

[@KevinM1905]

Watch him get traded 💀

[@harbingerofepiphany3155]

@@KevinM1905 So" who the Fk want to be in Los Angeles anyways 🙄

[@HeHeeHeeheHe]

Hes a better player than Luka, he just needs minutes.

[@nickyvtown]

As long as he’s in the league Idc what team he plays for he’s earned a spot

[@DrivenA111]

@@HeHeeHeeheHe lol

[@hunterthegreat8951]

He honestly played great defense the whole game, I like how he wasn’t trying to score but also did great passing and set up for his team.

[@jamesflash4302]

Man this kid is an athlete. He got hops he plays defense and he hustles He can pump life into the lineup and his dunks get the crowd involved. Watched this kid since high school Good for him

[@DPolitis]

I love the fact that he didn't make silly mistakes. Possessions must be taken seriously. All of them.

[@BoxOutCeltics]

Underrated comment

[@michaelterry7647]

They didn't show his bad plays. He made lots of mistakes.

[@BoxOutCeltics]

@@michaelterry7647 Good point

[@bendotedun99]

@@michaelterry7647 Especially on switch defense. I don't think he was given clear enough instructions in terms of defense

[@snakeyes274]

He was kind of ALWAYS looking pass first, getting himself stuck without a dribble at times in these highlights. He is going to have to transition to the flow of an NBA game and he should play a cleaner game

[@Zander98]

I remember people saying he was never gonna start in college and was gonna ride the bench his whole career, now he’s in the NBA ballin. Keep grinding Mac

[@bruceskellator]

Yea, I rmb people saying he would never make it to the NBA. And here he is

[@joestuehmer7967]

They said the same thing about Trae and Melo too

[@MrSexiestthing]

This is true but I won’t be happy for bro until he gets a full season contract to play for a team

[@Zander98]

@@MrSexiestthing that’s why I said keep grinding 😂

[@nahlejdrahppah5261]

He's a below average NBA player at best. He will never be as good as Kobe Bryant.

[@bryanprehoda]

This kid is all heart. Every play since high school is for the love of the game! We all hope you can get a contract and show the whole world MAC!

[@benf1925]

A fresh air in the NBA with this talented kid

[@lnh]

Mac’s definitely gonna be in the league permanently soon🔥

[@traviswwilliams7171]

God I hope so

[@iamjeremy4life]

Nah bro he gotta improve. That's not NBA level talent. Hope he does cause he has the heart and passion.

[@hyperbomb02]

Whatever your opinion of his mixtape HS days or whatever else he may have picked up along the way, he made it to the NBA. He climbed the mountain and that deserves respect.

[@kjb2218]

He only made it because his skin tone

[@ianzapata115]

@@kjb2218 for n****?

[@soonernation6749]

@@kjb2218 ummmmm..74% of the NBA is black..but nice try. Why are racist people like you, the way you are? This kid isn't a star, he's a new player on the roster that got 6pts and you gotta shit on him for being white? Some people just aren't happy and want to blame it on the success of others. Ill be up at 5am tomorrow grinding, and working towards my dreams. You will still be YOU.

[@cruzjacknife8699]

@@soonernation6749 Dayum. Cooked em.

[@skilledartist5008]

@@kjb2218 if anything that would be a negative right? Aren’t most NBA players black?

[@jrallday]

I miss seeing that reverse dunk! It was popular in the 90s. Thanks for that 👍🏾

[@brianprather6307]

Man I have been watching Mac since high school. Such a great journey. True story of what resilience and persistence can get you. Can’t wait to see him grow in the NBA.

[@197615july]

His possession was key, passing looked great, his defence was steller, the 4 pointer set it up, the reverse dunk topped it off. What a debut. 100% Mac. #MacInTheNBA

[@btsdancestudio5691]

Curry with Hops & D. Steph No D!

[@ObamaFromKenya]

@John R M his defense was far from stellar

[@mikem.3140]

stellar

[@tvera305]

I feel like he would be a good player don't avarege the most points or rebounds or anything but He has Really good Vision on the game in passing so I feel like he would be valuable for his Playmakeing Ability

[@jeremiahjohnson1513]

@@ObamaFromKenya he did get called for 5 fouls but it was the effort that was important. the other guys were looking to score, he was doing the little stuff to help the team win. When you're a bubble player, coaches want to see a willingness in a player to what they want him to do. He does need to play defense with better control but that will happen with experience.

[@ChefClary60]

Like many here I’ve been watching him since HS, at Georgetown, his move to Texas and eventually G League. Great to see him on the court as a pro. Many said he wasn’t big enough. Proved em wrong again Mac!

[@ThePickaberry]

Texas Tech*

[@taysthetic]

@@ThePickaberry i think Texas is clear enough

[@RussCR5187]

@@taysthetic Not to Red Raider fans.

[@mikea5205]

Weird they say he's not big enough, he's 6'2", same height as Curry. I think he has a bigger build too with about 10 inches of extra vertical leap.

[@coltruiz7126]

He should join the dunk contest

[@alexsmith6914]

Kids like this is what will make the NBA great again! I haven’t had this much fun watching someone on the floor since Stockton & Malone!

[@tjedwards4254]

My heart is with him. An actually good kid. 👍 I want him to be successful.

[@repentandbelieveinJesusChrist3]

Repent to Jesus Christ “One who has unreliable friends soon comes to ruin, but there is a friend who sticks closer than a brother.” ‭‭Proverbs‬ ‭18‬:‭24‬ ‭NIV‬‬ Y

[@RyllZGaming]

We need players like him and Reeves who plays D and hustle on both ends of the floor.. 🔥🔥🔥

[@jelobagalihog4131]

2 Victories inspite of losing Streak

[@IAmGHightower]

Absolutely 💯

[@tomodomo1000]

there was also Caruso, but LAL never appreciated hustling, passionate players...

[@ejdolo]

Just say white

[@drewbrown7513]

That’s what I’m saying they getting paid millions and just half assing the whole time

[@rezon8478]

FINALLY!!! The kid gets some minutes under the bright lights. I've been wanting this all year. The Lakers better appreciate what they have here. They need to stop worrying about getting old superstars and focus more on getting players that play the right way.

[@MistaBawlz3000]

Exactly!!

[@mudiametokunboh2370]

Yep he’ll do great for them

[@goldenera4ever]

I used to watch videos of this kid in HS. So glad to see he made it to the big time. I love how intense he is, how good he is, yet is still a humble young man who let's his play do his talking. I wish him nothing but the best.

[@tolitz83]

I like how he plays. Fighting for the ball, blocking it, passing it and dunking it. I think Lakers has a new star.

[@halftaohalfhuman9154]

I swear. Both him and AR15 are future stars.

[@forthebirds4]

Let's go Mac!! Give this man a contract and let him settle in!

[@traviswwilliams7171]

exactly!

[@user-ic2jl2ut6m]

Good defence too

[@joshp9667]

signed a 2 way

[@rugaru2965]

​@@joshp9667 3rd Caruso is coming XD I'm very glad that LAL gave him a contract

[@wachirasaknopakroh7142]

Amazing, What a talent.

[@mongobaracuda]

If Mac isn't in next years Dunk contest we riot!!

[@losangelesftw7545]

😁😁🟪🟨🟪🟨

[@sharmarkeismail4698]

aged very well

[@bryanbaxter5154]

Hello from 2023. No rioting necessary... he's in it!

[@mongobaracuda]

Well he won it lol

[@coreywaters6413]

I love this guys game especially his hustle and heart. He is going to be special mark my word. Best type of teammate that you want and need to win. I salute you Mac. 💯 Keep up the good play and congrads on winning rookie of the year in the G league.

[@talon3684]

Let's go Mac! No wonder this guy won the All-Star 2023 Dunk Contest!

[@JakeRichardsong]

Respect to McClung for his work ethic and persistence.

[@terryjones662]

Happy to see him do that on an NBA floor... And he's improved. His game has smoothed out not as rushed, plays within himself...💯

[@PonzRL]

HE DEFINTELY MADE AN IMPACT ON THIS GAME

[@jn7819]

This kid is go go go all the time! I’m from Philly and we need I guy like this! In fact the NBA needs a guy like that!

[@tjparker1089]

This guy McClung Is always at 💯% since Highschool, Cool seeing his highlights..also like Carmelo supporting him as he gets rest ..Mac is A keeper L.A.

[@bendillon1299]

Sorry homie he is DMV Wizards need him

[@alicemystery5332]

Rookie of the year in the G-League and a +9 for the Lakers game! Go Mac !!! The work is clearly paying off.

[@TellYourStory]

This guy is awesome! Hope to see a long career out of Mac. Been watching him for years now!

[@Bloodwolvz]

glad to see he’s in the pros now. much respect 🤙

[@robmangeri777]

What an entrance to the league!!!! Boom!!!! The Chicago thing was cool but this was a STATEMENT!

[@javarzshinall9396]

He was on the lakers first Vogel didn't play him

[@tunkycool]

I like this guy. Love his hustle. I can imagine him and the young cores explode next season. 💜💛

[@jameshillarybalonda1222]

Lakera are dumb they let mac maclung go

[@travisanderson3920]

Anyone here after watching McClung dominate the All-Star Dunking contest? This guy is awesome so I'm glad he's getting his time to shine. Let's go Mac McClung!

[@jasonjackson5493]

His energy and defense lit a spark for the team and you could see it.....way to go to him

[@manushogg7605]

Go Mac, I hope I see more of this kid next year he's a true baller.

[@zhengwhyehui4351]

WE NEED THIS ENERGY IN LA!

[@tronmaxx9059]

The fact The Lakers had this dude and didn't keep is a wonder in itself

[@bradleye660]

Seriously. They should’ve helped this kid hone his talent. He’s gonna be a menace in a few years.

[@FantasySportsZen]

LeSteroid was probably jealous.

[@novisoprano1420]

Here after I just watched him win the slam dunk contest.

[@astromigui]

Very nice player. He gives everything on the court, and even if he is short af he still wants to battle with the giants. I think he's going to be around the league for some years, specially if he develops his shooting. Nothing but love and respect for McClung !

[@cperry7267ANBFPro]

"short af". If you believe in roster heights, Steph Curry is only one inch taller. I agree with you that he gives everything on the court, both ends. He is a breath of fresh air considering all of the players that are getting by on the eye test and not their true grit.

[@prod.carson]

I like this kid man he plays aggressive but not too aggressive and i feel like this is what the lakers need right now! Sign him immediately!!

[@leonisreal]

This is the most exciting moment of the whole season

[@GuiSchwertner]

It's amazing to see the charisma. I love that many people root so much for him as I do.

[@glepro1640]

People saying Austin reaves is Caruso 2.0 but this kid actually fits that mold perfectly. Scrappy, athletic, aggressive, hustler.. better shooter than AC IMO

[@bigstink9]

Reaves scored 31 in this game.

[@glepro1640]

bigstink9 he also had 16 rebounds and 10 assists

[@bgrump6721]

Never gives up !!!! Mac you the man .

[@kbow57]

Mac is unbelievable. Can’t wait to each more of him. Can’t wait to see him get comfortable.

[@rontardif8740]

I never understood how Matt got passed by so many teams for so long. Always been underrated. Imagine the work ethic to attain all he has achieved? I would love to see him at work

[@rontardif8740]

@@SmellyBoy28 That too… white boy got hops

[@AmoneyC]

He's just too small

[@jekubb4348]

he keeps hustling like that he going to be around for awhile! I've seen comments in the past about how he wont make it to the league...lol

[@logilowatson1010]

Great Game! I love how he truly tried his hardest on every play and on defense.

[@semtex6839]

He's already this good and has so much more room for potential once he learns the nba a little more, scaryyyy!! MAC IS A BEAST

[@haraldkrull2549]

Watching his High School reels seems like yesterday, what a guy!!! 🤯🤯❤️

[@craiganczelowitz7225]

Great way to go into the off-season with confidence winning the G-League MVP and getting this call-up (although it did look like he tweaked his ankle or something there). People have discredited Mac from the get-go but this guy is a workhorse and has proved the haters wrong at every level so far. Wishing him much success in the NBA next year and beyond

[@tonybarber420]

I wonder how professor wouldve done if he went pro

[@ethanismyname]

the lakers actually look like a good team with this lineup. and mac's impact on the game is crazy. dude's BEEN a bucket.

[@contactpq]

McClung's game reminds me of Mark Price that played for the Clevland Cavs back in the day ... Mark Price was a tenacious point guard for the Cavs

[@PuhiPureBloOdYT]

Im so excited for Macs career Ive been watching for years. Go hard young man!!

[@weepjng]

Mac got so much potential man, glad hes back at the Lakers. Hope he gets more time next season

[@damson8832]

Nothing special. He clearly can't shoot. I don't even understand why you guys like to hype these mid level players, so when they get famous everyone hates them for their flaws...

[@FundzFargo15]

@@damson8832 need mid level players to win... u win NOTHING without a great supporting cast

[@rdholley1978]

@@damson8832 everyone doesn't need to be a star...most often contribute and hustle their ass off...if he plays like that majority of the time ...he could be a good addition✌

[@peanutbuttermochi9499]

@@damson8832 and yet Alex Caruso, whos not much of a shooter, is touted as one of the best players in the league. funny how that works innit?

[@damson8832]

@@peanutbuttermochi9499 "One of the best players in the league" LMAO. Exactly the type of shit I'm talking about

[@stevecollins8582]

So proud of you Mac great job, your the man to rise to the NBA level , the sky is the limit! Steve from over the from your hometown in Hampton, Tennessee

[@codysmith8933]

His speed bursts, defense and overall court awareness is on point! When they give him more playing time to get even more comfortable he will be a force for sure!

[@ronaldtham2384]

New star born...

[@owenleanderhanna4598]

Wow the fact that they not only won and had a monster jam at the end This was the best lve seen the lakers this season they had all there talent on the bench

[@christopherhenderson7962]

Had doubters the entire journey to this point, but worked hard and gave glory to God the entire way! Great young man and great basketball player!

[@miketyson8933]

How can coaches not see that hustle and see what else he has to offer?? I feel like the kid gets in the zone and is really making a difference especially on defense, passing and the 3 ball not to mention he gets up for blocks, rebounds and really does it all for a little man! I sure hope he gets some games to play in and go from there

[@PatriotAmerican44]

If Spud Webb and that other little fella that played at Wake Forest can play pro, this kid definitely can. He's way better.

[@manofiske3318]

It's too bad that he is stuck in this age of grotesque jungle ball. What a tragic waste.

[@paulw.9015]

@@manofiske3318 no need to be racist, it’s just basketball calm down smh

[@manofiske3318]

@@paulw.9015.. 'no need _for you_ to be' a dunce and an ignorant, fool. 'Calm down'

[@paulw.9015]

@@manofiske3318 just stop being racist

[@cheyennes.1551]

So crazy!! Was watching him on ball is life back in his HS days, glad he made it to the big times. At the rate he’s going Its safe to say he’s a modern day Jerry West that’ll dunk!

[@kickboxer197910]

The last dunk is much better than dunk contest 2022.

[@cree878]

Iv been following him from school days ( stalking if you will ha!ha! ) so happy that he’s getting a chance

[@JMedro]

With your last name, I am gonna bet you are related...lol. Love Mac..

[@stevenseetv2060]

“Return of the Mac” dudes a baller!

[@slownw]

Refreshing to see someone playing hard defense and looking for the open man FIRST. He played tough every second he was in there.

[@churlish7851]

Forget the dunk this kid can play.

[@wsells]

Great debut for Mac! Fantastic job getting shots for his teammates. I believe that's what coaches want him to do right now. He passed up a lot of shots he could've taken. Once he gets more experience I think the coaches will give him more freedom to shoot. He's doing everything as he should right now. He has a great attitude and a hard worker who wants to get better. Can't wait till next season. Great job Mac!

[@bigstink9]

Traditionally, your PG shouldn't be scoring 25 ppg. If Mac can be more of a passer, play defense, and be comfortable being the 4th-5th scoring option, he'll stick in the league and his teammates and coaches will love him. Most NBA PGs today are more scoring guards than passers who set up easy points for their teammates. I'm still shocked how much Mac has changed his overall game the last few years.

[@everythinglakers1713]

@@bigstink9 apparently Phil Handy after summer league told him if he wants to stick in this NBA league, he's gotta develop more of a pass-first point guard mentality. That is why McClung put in all that work with SBL and became way more of a facilitator which opened up his offensive game even more. He himself said it opened soo many opportunities he didn't know he could create and that is a young player who works their ass off to get better that I see. I hope the Lakers can keep his two way contract going into next season and eventually become a main contributor off the bench!

[@scotttuck8957]

Very humble and likable young man. Incredible athlete

[@spooge33]

Mac playin smart. Passing and Defense. Nice.

[@tektraxm]

We've been waiting for this moment all season long. Mac got him one.

[@phillipmcleod8584]

This guys hops are next level man.

[@evan64thompson]

It’s crazy how much he’s improved he’s gotten a lot stronger. I kind of felt like Texas Tech improved his defense and the in nba his offense has improved. He’s a player a team should want.

[@kevinjackson7539]

This kid is the best player in the league period.

[@kiwavy]

Lol

[@marccreynolds8787]

Great performance 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾 by Mac & Austin

[@DylGonZo]

Need to see more of him in the league 💪🏼 preferably helping my Lakers 🫣😂

[@jamesmayden2155]

He won't ever play for the Lakers. The dummies will trade him away for another old washed up player like John Wall. Bye Matt!✌

[@DylGonZo]

@@jamesmayden2155 L hater. Cope.

[@jamesmayden2155]

@@DylGonZo Hater??? Talk to me when you graduate middle school.

[@gswwemby]

New star was born💪

[@StillThinkingAboutIt]

Daaaannngg son, wow, wow and wow. This kid is amazing

[@kermitthefrogsings280]

Already can tell this kid will be a star in this league, his athleticism and unselfishness with the ball is amazing.

[@chris-xq2oo]

Where is he now?

[@austinhall3790]

@@chris-xq2oo winning the dunk Contest

[@austinhall3790]

@@chris-xq2oo and becoming a household name

[@TomUsurp]

We all BELIEVE in Mcclung!

[@Socko357]

I’m here after that dunk contest lol.

[@slimdigga9100]

Such a hard working humble guy. Easy to cheer for.

[@MrBugulNoz]

Happy to see Mac playing in the big leagues, hope this become a regular occurance.

[@ulyssescasio9939]

Finally! Some action for Maclung. Hope he returns next season and be better.

[@tomchester3229]

He made a serious statement with this 6 points!

[@bryanbaxter5154]

I'm in Marion, Virginia. Gate City and Marion have played against each other for 70 years. He's one of the most athletic people in the world. He set SWVA on fire. I'm really proud of him and I'm not surprised to see what he did in this game; can't wait to see him in the dunk contest. The two hardest workers I've ever seen in my entire life: Mac McClung ... and Kobe Bryant.

[@rhinoman001]

Great game Mac! You didn't have to shoot every time you touched the ball to make your presence known. Your points will come in time as you adjust to the speed and level of competition.

[@basketballfever7]

I think he knows that, he just wants to prove something, I think.

[@stevjohnson3681]

He passed alot

[@rhinoman001]

@@stevjohnson3681 he's a point guard in one of his first games in the NBA. His job is to set-up his shooters for shots, defense, take care of the ball and take shots when open. It is not to shoot a 3 every time he touches the ball. He is not a 6'9" shooting guard whose job is to score and help rebound.

[@stevjohnson3681]

@@rhinoman001 i didnt see him shoot everytime i seen him pass. He did great

[@rhinoman001]

@@stevjohnson3681 I didn't say he did, in fact I was complimenting him for not shooting too often.

[@turnnburn9008]

awesome vid! thanks for posting this. been waiting all season and what a way to finish!!

[@brysonburton5735]

We love you still and always will in VA, Richmond checking in, do ur thing Boi!!!

[@rynelowe1885]

The shot of him sitting next to Melo is surreal.

[@user-zv1hu2hy6i]

Amazing player!!

[@twosense7723]

Nice to see the new guys shine. This team might be in some good hands next season.

[@danielq.9208]

he's gonna be great if he puts in the work! Just gotta keep grinding Mac, go get it!

[@jimherron5540]

Doin SW Va proud, well done kid. I graduated in 85 from PVHS in Big Stone Gap. Good to see someone doing good from the area around home.