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Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) shoots a three-pointer against Dallas Mavericks center Moussa Cisse (30) during the second half of an NBA basketball game in Dallas, Monday, Nov. 10, 2025. (AP Photo/LM Otero)

NBA confirms that the All-Star Game will feature a U.S. vs. the World format this season

It’s happening: The U.S. vs. the World is finally a done deal and will be the format for this season’s NBA All-Star Game.

Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) spins toward the basket during the second quarter during game three for the first round of the 2024 NBA Playoffs at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

NBA roundup: Thunder rally from 29 down to beat Grizzlies

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 31 points and Jalen Williams had 26 to lead the Oklahoma City Thunder to a 114-108 win over the Memphis Grizzlies.

Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic (77) pass is deflected by Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert (27) during the third quarter of game two of first round for the 2024 NBA Playoffs at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images

NBA roundup: Lakers respond, even series vs. Wolves

Luka Doncic scored 31 points, added 12 rebounds and nine assists as the Los Angeles Lakers evened their Western Conference first-round playoff series with a 94-85 victory over the visiting Minnesota Timberwolves.

Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic (77) jerseys are draped on every seat at Crypto.com Arena for the game against the Utah Jazz. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images/File photo

Luka Doncic’s No. 77 Lakers jersey is NBA’s best-seller

Luka Doncic’s trade from the Dallas Mavericks to the Los Angeles Lakers shook the basketball world, and apparently motivated the fans, too.