The Indiana Pacers made headlines again — not for a blockbuster trade or a playoff push, but for signing two-time Slam Dunk Contest champion Mac McClung. The move, first reported by @BleacherReport, stated, “Mac McClung is signing a multiyear contract with the Pacers.”
While some saw the signing as a low-risk, high-energy addition, NBA Fans couldn’t resist turning it into a comedy show.
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Mac McClung is signing a multiyear contract with the Pacers, per @ShamsCharania
He’s back 🔥 pic.twitter.com/uUubwgcoy4
— Bleacher Report (@BleacherReport) October 27, 2025
One user, @jbondwagon, joked, “Pacers really went from competing for NBA Championship last season to competing for Dunk Contest title this season.”
The Pacers have had a rocky start this year due to injuries and inconsistent play..
Another NBA Fan, @catchdeezn, quipped, “Whole team is in the hospital clown,” poking fun at the team’s ongoing injury struggles that have sidelined key players early in the season.
For context, McClung hasn’t played major NBA minutes since brief stints with the Lakers and 76ers. Still, amid the jokes, some fans pointed out that McClung’s energy and hustle could fit the Pacers’ style — a young team that thrives on pace and intensity.
Laid-back or not, NBA Fans know one thing for sure: McClung isn’t just bringing hops to Indiana, he’s bringing entertainment to a team that badly needs something to cheer about.
Pacers Waive James Wiseman To Sign Mac McClung, Shocking NBA Fans
In a surprising roster move, the Indiana Pacers decided to waive center James Wiseman to make room for Mac McClung, according to insider @ShamsCharania, who reported,
“The Pacers plan to waive center James Wiseman to create roster space for McClung.”
The Pacers plan to waive center James Wiseman to create roster space for McClung, who will sign a non-guaranteed multiyear deal, sources said. Indiana is dealing with several key injuries to their guards and wings to start the season. https://t.co/eMRWVYfbXQ
— Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) October 27, 2025
The announcement caught NBA Fans off guard, especially since Wiseman — the former No. 2 overall pick — was once seen as a franchise cornerstone in Golden State. The reactions were instant and brutal.
“Tanking after 3 games is diabolical,” wrote @LoosieMerchant, while another fan, @LakerLukaSZN77, said, “James Wiseman being waived for Mac McClung [haha emoji] I know GSW wants a redo on that pick lmao.”
Wiseman’s NBA journey has been rocky. After failing to meet expectations with the Warriors and struggling to find his footing with the Pistons, the Pacers took a gamble that ended before it even started.
Meanwhile, McClung’s addition gives Indiana more athleticism on the perimeter, but many NBA Fans still see the decision as a sign of panic from a team unsure of its direction.
It’s a move that says more about opportunity than talent. McClung worked his way from the G League to a guaranteed contract, while Wiseman, once a prized draft pick, continues to search for stability.
The Pacers may not have made a championship move, but they’ve definitely made a conversation starter. NBA Fans are divided — some see McClung as an underdog story, others view it as a low point in Indiana’s rebuilding hopes. Either way, everyone’s talking about the Pacers again.
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