NBA Hall of Famer Shaquille O’Neal recently made headlines by endorsing a 24-year-old basketball player for a Rolls Royce. The athlete in question is none other than Mac McClung, who currently plays for the Texas Tech Red Raiders.

Shaquille O’Neal was impressed by McClung’s incredible dunking skills during the 2023 NBA Slam Dunk contest and suggested giving away high-end cars to the contest winners. It’s worth noting that Shaq is known for his blunt personality and harsh criticism, but his endorsement of McClung was very much openhearted and genuine.

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In a recent interview, McClung spoke about his favorite underdogs, which included his childhood hero Spider-Man, and basketball legend Allen Iverson. He opened up about how he admires their perseverence and hard work. And how their stories have motivated him to push himself to be the best he can be.

Spider-Man: A Childhood Favorite Of McClung

On being asked about his favorite underdogs, Mac McClung quickly mentioned Spider-Man! Although the superhero isn’t a real-life underdog, but has always been an inspiration character for McClung. Spider-Man’s resilience and determination is what inspires the 24-year-old player!

McClung has always been a big fan of the Spider-Man comics and movies. He holds a great sense of admiration for a hero’s ability to overcome adversity and fight for what is right.

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Next on the list of McClung’s favorite underdogs is Allen Iverson.  The retired basketball player is known for his small stature and incredible agility on the court. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest players of all time. Despite facing numerous challenges throughout his career, Iverson always maintained his fiercely competitive spirit and never gave up on his dreams.

Comparing Underdog Stories & Drawing Inspiration For Future!

However, McClung found it difficult to compare his favorite underdogs! He explained that everyone experiences their own unique challenges and struggles, making it hard to compare one person’s journey to another’s. Nonetheless, McClung remains inspired by Iverson and other underdogs who have overcome the odds to achieve success.

McClung draws inspiration from underdogs who have come before him as he continues to pursue his own dreams on the basketball court. He remains committed to pushing himself to be the best he can be, drawing on the determination of Spider-Man and the resilience of Allen Iverson. With his passion for the game and his love of underdog stories, it’s evident that McClung has the qualities required to succeed.

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