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Despite this increased competitiveness, significant issues persisted. The most glaring problem was that while the players may have tried to perform at a higher level than before, the end result still fell short of expectation. The culminating game resembled old All-Star affairs where players resorted to long-range attempts without fear of contestation. With superstars like Steph Curry casually shooting from half-court, the experience felt more like a practice session than a competitive event. The game’s outcome was often predetermined within mere moments.