Yes, NBA All-Star Weekend is meant to be fun and entertaining, but what does it really mean to be an NBA All-Star? Hear the answer straight from the players and coaches in the NBA TV-produced video above.

Congratulations to Kobe Bryant on his fourth All-Star MVP Award, and to all the young players who made their All-Star debut.

To those who will be selected for post-season high school all-star teams, accept the honor, play hard and be ready to display the talents you’ve worked so hard to develop.
 
 
 
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