USA-vs-World All-Star Format Delivers A+ and a Thrilling Weekend
The 2026 NBA All-Star Weekend adopted a Team USA vs. World format with four one-quarter games, and it earned an A+ as players bought in and delivered competitive, entertaining hoops led by Victor Wembanyama and Anthony Edwards (who claimed the MVP trophy). Lillard capped Saturday with a 3-point contest win, while Keshad Johnson won the Slam Dunk Contest; the championship game ended on a lower note due to fatigue, suggesting the format could work long term with tweaks and sustained player buy-in.
