Change isn’t always for the players. Sometimes, the game itself needs a makeover. NBA Commissioner Adam Silver knows this and is ready to shake things up with a fresh All-Star format. His timing? Perfect. His biggest ally? None other than Golden State Warriors superstar Stephen Curry. The league’s sharpshooter isn’t just on board; he’s leading the charge, proving, once again, why he’s the NBA’s MVP of change.

The only way to understand what’s happening in the league is to know that the NBA is shaking up the All-Star Game. It’s turning into a fast-paced pickup game format. Four teams of All-Stars will battle it out in a tournament. Two semifinal matchups, followed by a final to crown the winner. It’s a new twist, and they’re calling it the All-Star “tournament.” Moreover, Adam Silver actively consulted with Steph before making a decision. Meanwhile, the commissioner stated that Curry is “very prideful and wants to make sure that the players put their best foot forward.”

Therefore, as one of the biggest flagbearers of changes in the league, Stephen Curry has a lot to say about the plans the higher-ups will execute. The young guns and veterans will have to put on their best game now, and Steph has a special appeal for all of them.

“Change is good”: Stephen Curry weighs in on the upcoming changes in the All-Star Games

Fans, critics, analysts, and players have complained about the stale rules and regulations of the NBA. The fact that the format hasn’t had any major changes over the years has been a major issue for everyone. However, with a major change in the ASG format, a step towards something good is happening. So, “if you’re expecting it to be like, you know, mid-80s, mid-90s All-Star games like that’s not, for a lot of reasons, not possible,” Stephen Curry said on Dubs Talk podcast.

The ultimate goal has to be entertainment because several fans have previously charged up at the league for ruining the experience of the All-Star games. Many even stated that they stopped keeping track of the events, all thanks to the “boring” approach. “You’re gonna try different formats and things that can spice the game up, add a little element of competition, and create a manageable time that guys are expected to play at a certain level,” the Dubs supergiant added.

According to Steph, the new format and the concept of creating a ‘manageable time’ will be important given that many senior players are still making it to the All-Star roster. Then there are younger players putting in heavy minutes night after night. So, it’s not an excuse or a cop-out; it’s just the reality of the game now. The landscape has changed, and the goal is to find a way to address all of that.

Therefore, accepting the changes and combining commitment to the sport will be crucial to turning the tables toward success. “It’s just going to come down to the commitment of the guys who are selected as All-Stars to embrace it. I think change is good, so don’t fight it.” Stephen Curry simply urged the NBA players to give in their commitments to the upcoming “tournament” and not fight it or go against the idea.

It’s somewhat like playing first and then giving your feedback!

Why did Adam Silver & Co. bring the major changes?

The NBA All-Star Games had turned into a funfair, pageantry as many claimed it became unwatchable with time. The games were sometimes too predictable, and fans kept losing interest. Previously, media personalities, ex-players, and current rosters urged the higher-ups to improve the fan experience, but it seemed like nothing much was being done. The franchise tried various ways to make the show entertaining in the previous season. For example, Steph Curry and New York Liberty guard Sabrina Ionescu delivered a 3-point contest. But was this enough? No.

Therefore, renovation became the urgent call of the moment. And who could’ve been a better counselor than Steph for Adam Silver? No one. A hooper deeply connected with his fans became the perfect one to advise the commissioner on how to proceed with the plans. However, doubts and skepticism exist about the pickup style the NBA plans to execute. But, as the saying goes, “Only time will tell.”

Now, we’ll have to wait until February 16, 2025, to know how successful Steph Curry and Adam Silver’s efforts will be. Until then, wait and watch!