The reserves for this month’s NBA All-Star Game in Orlando were announced last night, and while I don’t agree with all of them, I DEFINITELY am not feeling Kenny and Chuck‘s reasoning. Listen, the All-Star selection process is fundamentally flawed as it is. Inevitably it comes down to what you deem worthy – is it wins? numbers? impact? – and inevitably, that’s different for everyone. But I’m sorry: Smith and Barkley were way off last night. Read More »

We all know Blake Griffin is a rising star, but today it was announced the All-Star starter is one of 18 chosen for the 2012 BBVA Rising Stars Challenge during All-Star weekend in Orlando.

The Rising Stars Challenge is a switch on the former Rookie/Sophomore game, though it was still voted on by assistant coaches. Now, they’ll be mixed together with Charles Barkley and Shaq choosing and coaching the teams. Each squad gets nine guys.

Here are the players on the list: Read More »

Now that we know what the uniforms will look like, the next step is the sneakers. Today, adidas released the “All-Star” Edition of the sneaker Derrick Rose will be rocking come February 26 in Orlando – the adiZero Rose 2.5. The fourth signature shoe of the reigning MVP is the lightest he’s ever worn (11 ounces). It also features a toe box with a brushed synthetic material with hardwood heather texture and iced outsole to tie to the NBA All-Star uniforms. Read More »

Now that we know what the uniforms will look like, the next step is the sneakers. Today, adidas released the “All-Star” Edition of the sneaker Dwight Howard will be rocking come February 26 in Orlando – the adiPower Howard 2. This sneaker is built with enough power and explosiveness to match any player, and it’s the lightest Howard signature sneaker yet. It’s ALIVE cushioning system provides the comfort everyone is looking for. Read More »

It seems crazy to think about barely one month into the season, but we’re not that far off from All-Star Weekend. I tried to predict who I think will and won’t make the All-Star Game, but one thing we don’t need to speculate on anymore is the uniforms. The game is in Orland on Sunday, February 26 and with the All-Star starters being announced tonight in a one hour special on TNT, adidas dropped the first look at what the best players in the world will be rocking that day. Read More »

We’ve seen what Nike Basketball is bringing to the table for Kobe Bryant, LeBron James and Kevin Durant during NBA All-Star Weekend in Orlando, so you knew Nike Sportswear would come strong as well. Using the Nike Dunk High Premium as the canvas, check out three quickstrikes you’ll want to get your hands on. Read More »

By now you’ve seen Kevin Durant‘s latest signature shoe, the Nike Zoom KD IV. But we guarantee you’ve never seen it like this. Introducing the “All-Star” edition, made exclusively for KD’s third NBA All-Star Game on Feb. 26. Check it out: Read More »

By now you’ve seen Kobe Bryant‘s latest signature shoe, the Nike Kobe VII System Supreme. But we guarantee you’ve never seen it like this. Introducing the “All-Star” edition, made exclusively for the Black Mamba’s 14th NBA All-Star Game on Feb. 26. Check it out: Read More »

By now you’ve seen LeBron James‘ latest signature shoe, the Nike LeBron 9. But we guarantee you’ve never seen it like this. Introducing the “All-Star” edition, made exclusively for King James’ eighth NBA All-Star Game on Feb. 26. Check it out: Read More »

With NBA All-Star fan voting winding down and ending on January 31st, Rajon Rondo‘s family at Red Bull are trying get him one last push to get him to Orlando in February.

They released this video today to urge fans to support Rajon’s All-Star bid – as of January 19th, Rondo ranked third among guards in the East behind Derrick Rose and Dwyane Wade. The action clips are taken from Rajon’s charity game at Harvard during the summer. Check it out here: Read More »