In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, Ethan Sands, Chris Fedor, and Jimmy Watkins break down the NBA All-Star Weekend’s flaws and suggest changes to make it more exciting for fans. Takeaways: The All-Star Game is losing its appeal due to lack of competitiveness.

The NBA has made significant efforts to revive fan interest in the All-Star Game, especially after experiencing a decline in viewership. While the game has used player captains, conference teams, and celebrity captains,

The NBA All-Star Weekend has lost its magic. What was once a must-watch event for basketball fans has become a disappointment. Players don’t try, stars avoid the Slam Dunk Contest, and the game itself lacks intensity.

Feb 16, 2025; San Francisco, CA, USA; Shaq’s OGs guard Kyrie Irving (11) of the Dallas Mavericks shoots against Chuck’s Global Stars forward Victor Wembanyama (1) of the San Antonio Spurs during the 2025 NBA All Star Game at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images / Kyle Terada-Imagn Images

The fallout from the latest disaster that was the 2025 NBA All-Star Game continues. My pal Mike Sykes wrote about how Sunday's mini-tournament strangely seemed like it was about everything but the basketball.

Phoenix Suns star Kevin Durant nixed a deal that would've sent him to the Golden State Warriors at the trade deadline earlier this month, and now he's revealed the reason for his decision. While speaking to ESPN's Malika Andrews on NBA Today,