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LeBron sits out All-Star Game, ending 20-year runDave McMenamin

We are pioneers, constantly evolving and driven by an unwavering spirit of innovation. Recognizing the powerful relationship a one-of-a-kind Chuck fosters with its wearer, the brand introduced limited-edition offerings as far back as 1988, via mail-order catalog. Next came hyper-local Chuck collections, such as Lunar New Year and City Packs. Often made in collaboration with local creators, these city-exclusive designs weave the distinct cultural weft of their locale into the Chuck’s signature form. As the aughts wore on and digital media democratized access to the fashion world, the Chuck cemented its status in this once-rarefied yet open-minded world.

• However, Wintrust will still be involved in All-Star festivities as the site of the 3-point contest and the skills challenge, which are set for July 24.
• The Chuck’s signature innovations, expressly designed for basketball.
• Despite this high-profile launch, it wasn’t until the late aughts that collaboration became a central element of the Chuck.
• Bringing a more casual vibe to the kicks, they were eventually renamed All Star Ox.
• As it turns out, the performance innovations that made the Chuck a great basketball design also made it a great skateboarding shoe.
• McClung, who currently plays for the Osceola Magic in the NBA G League, became the second player to win the event three times.

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Allstar Online comes as standard with all our cards and shows you where and when drivers are spending company money. Deeply entwined in the fabric of global culture, the Chuck has likewise witnessed myriad historical moments, adorned the feet of diverse history-makers, and embedded itself into the greater societal landscape. The Chuck’s simple, no-frills style also reflects skate’s democratic, live-on-your-own-terms DNA — which has taken it everywhere. Over 50 years later, the Chuck retains its foundational status in skate and with its top athletes — even as the sport has moved from the street to the world’s premier competitions and into its leading museums. Skateboarding debuted in mid-century California as “sidewalk surfing,” a pastime for when the waves were flat. The low-top Chuck, which came out in 1957, was already a favorite of these “beach boys” and perfectly adapted to the new street sport, thanks to its underfoot cushioning, grippy rubber and form-fitting canvas upper.

Game 3: All-Star Championship

• However, in the draft lottery era (since 1985), the number of rookies selected to All-Star rosters became even rarer, with only eight rookies selected since, and none with at least two rookies in a game.
• True to its name, the Chuck Taylor All Star was worn by basically every top basketball player pre-1965.
• The two USA teams and one World squad would play each other in 12-minute quarter games, sources said.
• Each player on the championship-winning team received $125,000, each player on the second-place team received $50,000, and each player on the third- and fourth-place teams received $25,000.
• Designed for everyday wear, the Ox is ideal for smartening up your off-duty wear, or bringing a street pop to a formal ‘fit.

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This year, the 24 selected All-Stars will be drafted into three teams, each consisting of eight players, accompanied by a fourth team made up of Rising Stars—a group of dynamic young talents poised to showcase their potential. McClung posted four jams worth 50 points to become one of four players with at least four such dunks in one contest. The highlight was his Kia-clearing dunk as an assistant with his head poked out of the car’s sunroof held the basketball. The NBA announced the 14 All-Star reserves — seven from each conference — on Jan. 30. The reserves were selected by a voting panel of the league’s coaches. Fan ballots accounted for 50% of the vote to determine All-Star starters, while players and the media each accounted for 25%.
What started as a grassroots platform now commands stages from London to Lisbon, Prague to Perth, with a focus on high-impact, high-energy eventsTheir signature 360 shows and Censored parties strip things back to the essentials. No phones, no fluff, just heavyweight lineups and immersive production. They’ve hosted names like Wilkinson, Andy C, Sub Focus, and Hedex, but it’s not about headliners – it’s about the heads. “The WNBA is thrilled to bring AT&T WNBA All-Star back to Chicago, which will undoubtedly deliver unforgettable competition and community outreach,” commissioner Cathy Engelbert said in a statement. “Together with the Chicago Sky, we look forward to celebrating the game’s brightest stars, engaging WNBA fans around the world, and showcasing the energy of one of basketball’s most iconic cities.”

The 2026 All-Star Game will be played in Los Angeles at the Intuit Dome, the new home of the LA Clippers, on Feb. 15. The game, which will be aired on NBC, will shift from a Sunday evening to a Sunday afternoon start time. Prepare yourself to finish the season in style at Gunnersbury Park, with the return of the DnB Allstars Festival.
Bob Cousy and John Havlicek are tied for second most consecutive games played, appearing in 13 straight All-Star Games. Tim Duncan also played in 13 straight All-Star Games if the lockout-cancelled 1999 game is excluded. Several players were named to All-Star Game rosters, but never actually played in the game due to injury. True to its name, the Chuck Taylor All Star was worn by basically every top basketball player pre-1965. These athletes included players competing on the world’s biggest stage in 1936, when Converse equipped the U.S. men’s basketball team with white Chucks featuring red and blue stripes on their foxing tape. The custom version was such a hit that competing teams adopted it, and the colorway was permanently added to the product line.
When it comes to a All Star footwear formula, Converse have got theirs down to a science. Whether it’s a hi-top or low-profile, JD’s range keeps the world’s most shoe looking its best. Keep it sleek in black All Stars or change up your look in their Knit remix for next level comfort. He joined SN in 2024 as an editorial intern following graduation from Penn State University. He has previously written for Sports Illustrated, NBC Sports, the Centre Daily Times, the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, The Daily Collegian and LancasterOnline. Daniel grew up in Lancaster, Penn., with a love for baseball that’ll never fade, but could also talk basketball or football for days.

NBA ALL-STAR 2025

Sir Phil paid tribute to the late star in his statement after the show’s one off episode was confirmed. The league said a full schedule of the events would be released at a later date. Fans who want to attend the 2026 All-Star festivities won’t be able to purchase tickets until next year. The WNBA did not announce an exact date when tickets would be available.