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LeBron James likes USA vs. World All-Star format, but doesn’t think it makes a lot of sense

LeBron James said he supports the NBA experimenting with a USA vs. World All-Star format, even if he questions whether the concept fully adds up. The 41-year-old spoke about the adjustment ahead of his 22nd NBA All-Star appearance in Los Angeles.

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LeBron James shows major respect to Anthony Edwards following All-Star Game brilliance

The updated format brought more structure and competition to the weekend, and the Minnesota Timberwolves guard embraced that from the jump.

LeBron James addresses retirement speculation ahead of All-Star Game

Donovan Mitchell won't recruit LeBron James to Cleveland

Victor Wembanyama inspires most competitive NBA All-Star Game in years

The '1,000 double-figure NBA games' quiz

Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / February 16

'Just a Game of Thrones': ESPN Reporter Reveals Jeanie Buss’ Secret Plan Over Lakers Ownership

The Los Angeles Lakers are the NBA’s biggest franchise, and with that status comes a lot of drama. Just earlier this season, Governor Jeanie Buss was the subject of a revealing report detailing behind-the-scenes arguments within the organization, and now one ESPN reporter has come forward to discuss the situation.

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The 'Multiple 20-assist NBA games' quiz

How many of the NBA players with the most 20-assist games in a career can you name in five minutes?

The 'NBA all-time assist leaders' quiz

The 'Active NBA All-Star leaders' quiz

The '20-point NBA games leaders' quiz

NBA News / Yardbarker

20 NBA superstars who carried awful teams the farthest

Good players tend to succeed in the NBA. Sometimes, though, they find themselves in terrible situations but still find ways to over-achieve. These are the 20 players who carried the worst NBA teams.

Luka Doncic News / Fadeaway World / February 16

Luka Doncic Injury Update: Lakers Star Gives Good News After Limited All-Star Game Appearance

Luka Doncic, who received the most votes from the Western Conference for an All-Star game selection, was unfortunately only able to play for five minutes in the first game before ending his night early with just two points and two assists, going 1-3 from the floor (33.3 FG%).

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The 'Daytona 500 winners' quiz

The 'Active NBA All-Star leaders' quiz

The 'Super Bowl winning coaches' quiz

The 'Super Bowl winning QBs' quiz

Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Rumors / February 15

LeBron James Discusses Past, Lakers’ Present, And Future

LeBron James spoke on a range of topics over All-Star Sunday, reflecting on his journey over the years, the Lakers‘ status this season, and his future.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / February 15

2026 NBA All-Star Game: Luka Doncic Plays Limited Minutes, LeBron James & Kawhi Leonard Star For Stripes Team

The 2026 NBA All-Star Game took place at Intuit Dome in Inglewood on Saturday afternoon with Los Angeles Lakers stars LeBron James and Luka Doncic involved in the event.

LeBron James News / Yardbarker / February 15

LeBron James addresses retirement speculation ahead of ASG

LeBron James addresses retirement speculation ahead of All-Star Game

James is putting up 22 points per game on 50.2 percent shooting with 7.1 assists and 5.8 rebounds in Year 23.

Donovan Mitchell won't recruit James to Cleveland

Ron Harper throws shade at James' parenting style

Is NBA schedule change a hint at potential Jayson Tatum return date?

Commissioner Adam Silver addresses Giannis Antetokounmpo's stake in Kalshi

Jaylen Brown accuses police of shutting down his event

Los Angeles Lakers News / Sneakers on SI / February 15

First Look at the Air Jordan 4 'Lakers' Colorway

There has been a flood of incredible sneakers dropping for the 2026 NBA All-Star Weekend in Los Angeles. Amid all of the excitement, Nike quietly rolled out a highly anticipated colorway of the Air Jordan 4 that ties back to the Los Angeles Lakers.

NBA News / Yardbarker / February 15