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Kevin Durant wants to cancel NBA All-Star weekend amid backlash from fans


Published on 2025-02-17 20:45:19 - MSN
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  • Phoenix Suns superstar Kevin Durant suggests cancelling All-Star weekend after NBA fans express disappointment.

Kevin Durant, a prominent NBA player, has expressed his desire to cancel the NBA All-Star Weekend, citing the event's lack of competitive spirit and its transformation into more of a spectacle than a showcase of basketball talent. This suggestion comes amidst a growing backlash from fans who feel the All-Star game has lost its essence, with players not taking the game seriously, leading to high-scoring, defense-less games. Durant's comments were made in the context of the upcoming 2024 NBA All-Star Weekend, where the focus often shifts from basketball to entertainment, including the skills challenge, three-point contest, and the much-criticized dunk contest. Fans and analysts have echoed Durant's sentiments, pointing out that the event has become more about celebrity appearances and less about the competitive integrity of the sport.

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