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Record-Breaking All-Star Showdown: Lillard's 39 points propel Eastern Conference to victory

Posted : 19 February 2024

The pinnacle of this year's NBA All-Star Weekend in Indianapolis unfolded with a historic all-star game, witnessing the Eastern Conference prevail over the West in a record-breaking clash that saw a remarkable total of 67 three-pointers, surpassing the unprecedented 200-point milestone.

 

Damian Lillard showcased his prowess, leading the victorious team with an impressive 39 points and earning the title of MVP, while Karl-Anthony Towns notched 50 points for the losing side.

 

The game marked a groundbreaking moment as both teams collectively surpassed the 200-point mark for the first time in All-Star history, shattering previous records. The first quarter showcased a close competition, with the East leading 53-47, featuring spectacular three-point displays by Damian Lillard and Tyris Haliburton, who delighted the home crowd.

 

Despite a relatively subdued performance from Steph Curry (16 points), he etched his name in history by becoming the first player to achieve 50 three-pointers in an All-Star Game. Lillard took command in the second quarter, guiding his team to a halftime lead of 104-89.

 

In the Western Conference, LeBron James made a brief appearance, contributing 8 points in 14 minutes while providing dazzling dunks, setting a new record for All-Star appearances. Karl-Anthony Towns led the West with an outstanding 50-point performance on 23-of-35 shooting, accompanied by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's 31 points.

 

The second half saw Lillard continuing his stellar play, extending the lead significantly. Despite Nikola Jokic and Luka Doncic showcasing impressive passes, Lillard's standout performance, culminating in 39 points (including 11 threes), earned him the coveted MVP title.

 

Jaylen Brown contributed 36 points and 8 rebounds in just 22 minutes, Haliburton recorded 32 points, 7 rebounds, and 6 assists, while Giannis Antetokounmpo and Jayson Tatum added 23 and 20 points, respectively. In a fitting conclusion, Giannis presented the MVP trophy to his Bucks teammate Lillard, who achieved the unique feat of winning both the three-point contest and being crowned the best player of the All-Star Game.

 

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