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The All-Star break is almost over. It's time for the stretch run toward the NBA playoffs

The All-Star break is almost over. It's time for the stretch run toward the NBA playoffs

The trade deadline is gone. The All-Star break is about to end. Luka Doncic is with the Los Angeles Lakers. Jimmy Butler is with the Golden State Warriors. Anthony Davis is with the Dallas Mavericks, though it's unknown when he'll play again.
The idea of a US vs. World matchup in the NBA All-Star Game has some player support

The idea of a US vs. World matchup in the NBA All-Star Game has some player support

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Victor Wembanyama has already gone up against the U.S. in international events, most notably last year's Paris Olympics when he led France's march to the gold medal game against the Americans.
College student Jaren Barajas beats Damian Lillard in 3-point shooting contest, wins $100K

College student Jaren Barajas beats Damian Lillard in 3-point shooting contest, wins $100K

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Jaren Barajas shoots on his backyard hoop maybe once a month these days. He's a busy 18-year-old college student now, so basketball has taken a backburner to academics.
Stephen Curry captures MVP honors in All-Star Game at home, leads Shaq’s OGs to victory

Stephen Curry captures MVP honors in All-Star Game at home, leads Shaq’s OGs to victory

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — The final pregame introduction belonged to none other than Stephen Curry. The big MVP trophy at the end, Curry heaved that up into the air, too, in a fitting finish to his All-Star Game at home. His arena. His fans.
The All-Star verdicts are in, and the player reaction to the mini-tournament is mixed

The All-Star verdicts are in, and the player reaction to the mini-tournament is mixed

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — The verdicts were mixed, as would be expected.
Shaq's OGs win the 1st NBA All-Star mini-tournament, topping Chuck's Global Stars 41-25 in the final

Shaq's OGs win the 1st NBA All-Star mini-tournament, topping Chuck's Global Stars 41-25 in the final

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — The winning total last year: 211 points. The winning total this year: 41 points. An All-Star Game like none other — since it was three games, not one — still had plenty of flash and not a lot of fire.
LeBron James sits out All-Star Game, ending 20-year streak of starts

LeBron James sits out All-Star Game, ending 20-year streak of starts

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — LeBron James wanted to play in yet another All-Star Game. His left foot and ankle didn't let him.
With all eyes on the NBA for All-Star weekend, the WNBA and the Valkyries are sharing the spotlight

With all eyes on the NBA for All-Star weekend, the WNBA and the Valkyries are sharing the spotlight

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Draymond Green proudly rocks a Golden State Valkyries No. 25 jersey, signifying the WNBA's return to Northern California in 2025.
Mac McClung pulls off the first NBA dunk contest three-peat

Mac McClung pulls off the first NBA dunk contest three-peat

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Mac McClung will leave it up to others to decide where he ranks among the best dunkers ever. When it comes to the dunk contest, there is no doubt.
NBA All-Star 2025: Times, details, how to watch the weekend’s events

NBA All-Star 2025: Times, details, how to watch the weekend’s events

All-Star weekend has reached its final day in San Francisco. Sunday night is the All-Star Game — or tournament. It’s a new format for the All-Star Game this year. It’s now a mini-tournament with games going only to 40 points.
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