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NBA to consider revamp of All-Star game with new format

The NBA is considering a new tournament-style format for the 2025 All-Star Game, promising a more exciting and competitive event.

Ali Jawad

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The NBA is considering a major overhaul of its All-Star Game format for 2025, potentially shifting to a tournament-style competition.

This new format would involve four teams of eight players each, including the winner of the Rising Stars game. These teams would compete in a bracket-style tournament, with the ultimate goal of crowning a champion.

This proposed change comes after the league and players association expressed dissatisfaction with the traditional East vs. West format, which often lacks intensity and defensive effort.

The tournament style is seen as a way to inject excitement and competitiveness into the event, while also providing opportunities for more players to shine.

Golden State Warriors star Stephen Curry, who is the face host of the 2025 All-Star Game in San Francisco, has been actively involved in discussions about the new format proposal.

The league is dedicated to highlighting the talent of both NBA and WNBA players. Following the success of the recent NBA vs. WNBA 3-point contest in 2024, which showcased Curry and WNBA star Sabrina Ionescu from the New York Liberty, the league is exploring new and innovative ways to further integrate WNBA players into All-Star festivities.

Potential matchups include Klay Thompson of the Dallas Mavericks against Caitlin Clark of the Indiana Fever, promising a thrilling display of basketball skill.

As the NBA continues to evolve, this potential change to the All-Star Game format represents a bold step towards reimagining one of basketball's most iconic events.

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