NBA Introduces All-Star Tournament Format Amid Criticism
The NBA's revamped All-Star format features a tournament with 24 players and hopes to enhance competitiveness following previous high-scoring games.
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The NBA has announced a new tournament-style format for its upcoming All-Star Game, aiming to increase competition after record high scores in recent years. Featuring four teams, including a Rising Stars champion, the event will award prizes and is set for Feb. 16, 2025, in San Francisco. Despite mixed player reactions, including criticism from Kevin Durant, the league hopes these changes will enhance viewer engagement and restore competitive energy to the game.
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