Since revamping the format of this event it has been far more interesting. Obviously the use of big men is compelling. This season adding arguably the most engaging NBA player to the mix (Joel Embiid) added further intrigue.
Yet, heading into the event there was a feeling the guards were wanting to reclaim the title after losing it in both previous years since the revamp.
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Andre Drummond:
The brutal injury to reigning champ KnicksKristaps Porzingis resulted in Pistons big man Andre Drummond.