The NBA All-Star Game will feature four teams of eight players in 2025. The teams were drafted by Kenny Smith, Charles Barkley, and Shaquille O’Neal. A total of $1.8 million is on the line, with the championship-winning players earning a significant boost compared to previous years. The NBA is hoping that financial incentives and a fresh tournament-style format will revitalize the All- Star Game. The Dunk Contest remains the marquee event, boasting the highest payout among the competitions. The East vs. West matchup still lacked intensity, prompting this latest overhaul. However, last year’s East against. West game received mixed reactions, with some players calling for a return to a single exhibition game. The event will take place at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, California, on February 14, 2025. It will be the first time the game has been held outside of the U.S. and Canada. The game will be broadcast live on TNT and TBS, with an estimated audience of more than 100,000 expected.
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