SAN FRANCISCO — Congratulations, Team C. You’ve won the NBA’s Rising Stars competition. Your reward? A trip to the All-Star Game on Sunday night — where LeBron James, Stephen Curry and Kevin Durant are among those who’ll be waiting in the second semifinal.

The NBA tries a new format for its All-Star game in San Francisco. Plus, remembering the night Vince Carter reinvented the dunk contest.

Also, notes from a busy weekend in San Francisco on the aftermath of the Luka Doncic trade and whether Kevin Durant’s future is in Phoenix.

Suns forward Kevin Durant scored six points as Shaq's OGs beat Ryan Dunn and the Rising Stars during the All-Star semifinals in San Francisco on Sunday.

Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry talks to Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant during the NBA All-Star basketball game Sunday, Feb. 16, 2025, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Jed Jacobsohn) SAN FRANCISCO – The final pregame introduction belonged to none other than Stephen Curry.

The NBA's trade deadline was already as eventful as ever, with stars like Luka Doncic, Anthony Davis, De'Aaron Fox, and Jimmy Butler getting moved, but it nearly got even crazier. Phoenix Suns superstar Kevin Durant was heavily rumored to get traded ahead of the deadline,

The Phoenix Suns will have three participants in this year's All-Star Weekend in San Francisco with all three competing in different events. Here's how and when to watch Kevin Durant (All-Star Game),

Before making his way to the bus after games, Kevin Durant always takes a few extra moments to say his goodbyes to all the special familiar faces and old friends as he leaves San Francisco again.

Durant returned to the Bay Area on Sunday night for the NBA All-Star Game, and he received a warm welcome from the Warriors fans in attendance at the Chase Center. He was grateful

NBA All-Star Weekend wrapped up at the Chase Center in San Francisco on Sunday and for Kevin Durant, it marked a return to a place where he carved out a piece of history for himself. The former Texas Longhorns star participated in his 15th NBA All-Star Game on Sunday,

Before making his way to the bus after games, Kevin Durant always takes a few extra moments to say his goodbyes to all the special familiar faces and old friends as he leaves San Francisco again.