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Shaq’s OGs forward Jayson Tatum (0) of the Boston Celtics shoots against Chuck’s Global Stars center Nikola Jokic (15) of the Denver Nuggets during the 2025 NBA All Star Game at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Ezra Shaw-Pool Photo via Imagn Images/File Phot

Jayson Tatum, Stephen Curry lead Team Shaq’s All-Star clincher

The NBA’s new format drew mixed reviews on a night in which Team Shaq prevailed as the winner of the three-game event in San Francisco.

Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) lifts the trophy and celebrates with players and staff after winning the Emirates NBA Cup championship game against the Oklahoma City Thunder at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Candice Ward-Imagn Images

Giannis Antetokounmpo carries Bucks past Thunder in NBA Cup final

Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 26 points, grabbed 19 rebounds and dished 10 assists and to lead the Milwaukee Bucks to the NBA Cup title with a 97-81 win over the Oklahoma City Thunder.

New York Knicks center Isaiah Hartenstein (55) defends a shot by Philadelphia 76ers guard Tyrese Maxey (0) during overtime in game 5 of the first round of the 2024 NBA playoffs at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports

NBA roundup: 76ers fend off Knicks in OT, keep season alive

Tyrese Maxey scored 46 points and Kelly Oubre Jr. hit a tiebreaking layup in overtime as the visiting Philadelphia 76ers avoided elimination.