An All-Star Gimmick Worked?

Plus: Slam dunk fixes, Houston atrocities, and an NBA crystal ball with Ryen Russillo

By Bill Simmons Feb 17, 2020, 8:04am EST

Bill Simmons is joined by Ryen Russillo to discuss the joys of NBA All-Star Weekend, the new All-Star Game format and why it worked, the dunk contest, things to watch for after All-Star Weekend, NBA scuttlebutt, and more!

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