These teams would compete in a bracket-style tournament, with the ultimate goal of crowning a champion.This proposed change comes after the league and players association expressed dissatisfaction with the traditional East vs.

According to ESPN, the NBA is “in serious discussions” regarding a tournament-style format for February’s NBA All-Star Game, which is slated to take place in San Francisco, home of the Warriors.

The NBA is considering going to a tournament-style event for the All-Star Game, similar to what has been used in the Rising Stars competition in recent years.