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Parkins opens the discussion with a nostalgic nod to his favorite childhood experience, attending the 1997 NBA All-Star Game in Cleveland. However, he swiftly critiques the modern incarnation of the event, suggesting that it has become increasingly unwatchable. While he acknowledges that all All-Star games are generally losing their appeal, he finds that the NBA's current product suffers from a lack of competitive intensity, especially noted during the All-Star match.