Ahead of its return to the Bay Area in February 2025, the NBA All-Star Game undoubtedly has some issues.
In the words of former President Barack Obama, “It’s broke.”
And that lack of esteem isn’t ideal for the NBA or Golden State, which will host the event for the first time since 2000.
So, how can the league fix it? Consulting Golden State guard Steph Curry certainly isn’t a bad place to start.
NBA commissioner Adam Silver has discussed potential changes with Curry, according to an ESPN report, which could include tweaks to the game’s format. The contest has undergone several changes in recent seasons, such as having captains draft teams and utilizing an Elam Ending in the fourth quarter — which involves a target score to win as opposed to a typical game clock.
“It’s a home game for him,” Silver said of Curry. “I know he’s very prideful and wants to make sure the players put their best …