The NBA has ditched the draft format for the 2024 NBA All-Star Game and is bringing back the classic conference matchup of East vs. West. The game tips off at 8 p.m. ET Sunday on TNT.
Giannis Antetokounmpo and LeBron James were named captains of their respective squads. James made history with his 20th All-Star selection in 2024, surpassing Kareem Abdul-Jabbar for the most All-Star selections.
Oklahoma City Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander will be a starter in his second All-Star appearance.
There are four All-Star rookies in 2024, all in the Eastern Conference: Jalen Brunson, Tyrese Maxey, Paolo Banchero and Scottie Barnes.
The Eastern Conference All-Stars will be coached by Milwaukee’s Doc Rivers, while the Western Conference All-Stars will be coached by Minnesota’s Chris Finch.