"This guy is still McClinging to roster spot" - NBA fans abuzz over Mac McClung signing with Orlando Magic ahead of 2024-25 season

Mac McClung has signed with the Orlando Magic on a two-way deal after an outstanding performance in the G League where he earned MVP honors in 2024.

The young guard will join one of the most intriguing projects in the NBA, hoping to find a home for the long term after stints with the LA Lakers and Philadelphia 76ers.

NBA insider Shams Charania reports that McClung's deal with the team was converted to a two-way deal. This will mark the return of McClung to the highest level of basketball after having remarkable performances in the G League since the 2022-23 season.

NBA fans reacted to this news, given Mac McClung's popularity with some of them after winning two Slam Dunk contests. Some were happy about the guard signing a new deal that will give him time in the league.

"This guy is still McClinging to a roster spot. Give him credit," one fan said, using a picture of Hubie Brown.

"Players like Mac really remind me how hard and good you have to be to make it in the league," another fan said.

"I hope he actually gets meaningful mins," another fan said.

Others noted that with the amount of guards the Magic have on the roster, it would be hard for Mac McClung to get some minutes.

"But that roster has too many good guards for him to really show out. Happy for him but how is this good for his career besides the money," one fan wrote.

"I mean I'm rooting for him but idk if we're really in need of another backup guard who's not a great shooter, I guess he's filling the Markelle Fultz spot from last year," another fan said.

Somebody said he would be used until the All-Star break, referring to McClung's performances in the Slam Dunk contest.

Mac McClung has four-word reaction after signing deal with Magic

The 25-year-old guard reacted to the news on X (formerly Twitter) with a four-word message to thank God for this new chance.

"All glory to God! 💚" he wrote.

Mac McClung has four NBA games under his legs. He has averaged 8.3 points, 3.3 rebounds, 2.5 assists and has shot 46.2% from the field, 35.7% from deep, and 66.7% from the free-throw line.

This could be the season where everything changes for him and he can become a good story in the league, emulating Alex Caruso or Max Strus, to name a few players.