In an interview with former NBAer and current host of the “Old Man and the 3” podcast JJ Redick, NBA Commissioner Adam Silver discussed the importance of prioritizing the growth of basketball and spent some time talking about how the league can improve the All-Star Game in particular.
He mentions how everything positive that happens around the game benefits the NBA and emphasizes the need to focus on the quality of play on the court. Silver also talks about the specific changes made to the All-Star Game, including returning to the traditional East vs. West format and addressing player concerns about the fanfare surrounding the event. Silver believes that basketball should be the center of attention and that players should be able to go through their normal routines before games.
Take a look at the clip embedded below to hear their talk in full.
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