2000 NBA All-Star Game
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| Date | February 13, 2000 | ||||||||||||||||||
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| Arena | The Arena in Oakland | ||||||||||||||||||
| City | Oakland | ||||||||||||||||||
| MVP | Tim Duncan and Shaquille O'Neal | ||||||||||||||||||
| National anthem | Al Green (USA) The Moffatts (Canada) | ||||||||||||||||||
| Halftime show | Kenny Wayne Shepherd, Mary J. Blige, LL Cool J, 98 Degrees, Montell Jordan, Martina McBride[1] | ||||||||||||||||||
| Attendance | 18,325[2] | ||||||||||||||||||
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The 2000 NBA All-Star Game was an exhibition basketball game which was played on February 13, 2000, at The Arena in Oakland in Oakland, California, home of the Golden State Warriors. This game was the 49th edition of the North American National Basketball Association (NBA) All-Star Game and was played during the 1999–2000 NBA season. The 1999 game was canceled due to the NBA lockout.
The Western Conference won the game with the score of 137–126 while Shaquille O'Neal and Tim Duncan were both named MVP of the game. O'Neal took the All Star MVP trophy saying to Duncan, "you already have one of those rings" (referring to the championship ring Duncan received due to his membership on the 1998–99 San Antonio Spurs team with David Robinson and Gregg Popovich), "so I'm taking the trophy." Allen Iverson was the leading scorer of the game with 26 points.
All-Star Game
[edit]Coaches
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Phil Jackson (left) and Jeff Van Gundy (right) were selected as the West and East head coach, respectively.
The coach for the Western Conference team was Los Angeles Lakers head coach Phil Jackson. The Lakers led the West with a 37–11 record on February 13. The coach for the Eastern Conference team was New York Knicks head coach Jeff Van Gundy. The Knicks led the East with a 29–18 record on February 13.
Players
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The rosters for the All-Star Game were chosen in two ways. The starters were chosen via a fan ballot. Two guards, two forwards and one center who received the highest vote were named the All-Star starters. The reserves were chosen by votes among the NBA head coaches in their respective conferences. The coaches were not permitted to vote for their own players. The reserves consist of two guards, two forwards, one center and two players regardless of position. If a player is unable to participate due to injury, the commissioner will select a replacement.
Vince Carter of the Toronto Raptors topped the ballots with 1,911,973 votes, which earned him a starting position as a forward in the Eastern Conference team. Allen Iverson, Eddie Jones, Grant Hill, and Alonzo Mourning completed the Eastern Conference starting position. This was the first All-Star appearance by Carter and Iverson, and Hill's fifth consecutive start as an All-Star. The Eastern Conference reserves included five first-time selections, Allan Houston, Ray Allen, Glenn Robinson, Jerry Stackhouse, and Dale Davis. Reggie Miller, and Dikembe Mutombo rounded out the team with their fifth and sixth respective appearances. Three teams, Indiana Pacers, Detroit Pistons, and Milwaukee Bucks, had two representations at the All-Star Game with Miller/Davis, Hill/Stackhouse, and Allen/Robinson.
The Western Conference's leading vote-getter was Shaquille O'Neal, who earned his seventh consecutive All-Star Game selection with 1,807,609 votes. Jason Kidd, Kobe Bryant, Kevin Garnett, and Tim Duncan completed the Western Conference starting positions. Bryant, Garnett, and O'Neal were starters for the previous year's Western Conference team. Duncan became an All-Star Game starter for the first time after he was selected as a reserve in last year's game. The Western Conference reserves include two first-time selections, Rasheed Wallace and Michael Finley. The team is rounded out by Gary Payton, Chris Webber, John Stockton, Karl Malone, and David Robinson. Three teams, Los Angeles Lakers, Utah Jazz, and San Antonio Spurs, had two representations at the All-Star Game with Bryant/O'Neal, Malone/Stockton, and Duncan/Robinson.
Roster
[edit]Game
[edit]February 13, 2000
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| Western Conference 137, Eastern Conference 126 | ||
| Scoring by quarter: 33–26, 31–33, 35–38, 38–29 | ||
| Pts: Kevin Garnett, Tim Duncan 24 each Rebs: Tim Duncan 14 Asts: Jason Kidd 14 |
Pts: Allen Iverson 26 Rebs: Dikembe Mutombo 8 Asts: Allen Iverson 9 | |
The Eastern Conference led in the first three minutes of the game but then the Western Conference took advantage and finished the first quarter leading 33–26.
The East tried to come back in the second quarter but the score at halftime the West was still ahead of five points, 64–59. The Eastern Conference tied the game at 91 with two minutes and eight seconds remaining in the third quarter.
Chris Webber made a buzzer-beater at the end of the quarter and the Western Conference took the lead 99–97. The West started the fourth quarter with an 8–0 run that determined the win.
The co-MVPs of the game (Shaquille O'Neal and Tim Duncan) combined for 46 points and 23 rebounds. It was the third time in All-Star Game history that two players won the MVP award. It also happened in 1959 (Bob Pettit and Elgin Baylor) and in 1993 (John Stockton and Karl Malone). O'Neal would later share an All-Star MVP award nine years later, this time with former Laker teammate Kobe Bryant, making him the only player to share All-Star MVP honors with another player twice.
The American anthem was sung by Al Green. The Canadian anthem was sung by The Moffatts.
Box score
[edit]Eastern Conference
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| Player | Min | Fg | 3pt | Ft | Off | Def | Tot | Ast | Pf | St | To | Bs | Pts |
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| Vince Carter*, Tor | 28 | 6-11 | 0-2 | 0-0 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 12 |
| Grant Hill*, Det | 19 | 3-7 | 0-1 | 1-1 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 7 |
| Alonzo Mourning*, Mia | 27 | 7-11 | 0-0 | 1-2 | 2 | 5 | 7 | 1 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 5 | 15 |
| Eddie Jones*, Cha | 21 | 4-7 | 2-3 | 0-0 | 1 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 10 |
| Allen Iverson*, Phi | 28 | 10-18 | 2-2 | 4-5 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 9 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 26 |
| Allan Houston, NY | 18 | 3-10 | 1-3 | 4-4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 11 |
| Glenn Robinson, Mil | 17 | 5-10 | 0-0 | 0-0 | 2 | 4 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10 |
| Ray Allen, Mil | 17 | 4-13 | 1-6 | 5-6 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 14 |
| Dikembe Mutombo, Atl | 16 | 2-4 | 0-0 | 0-0 | 2 | 6 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 4 |
| Dale Davis, Ind | 14 | 2-3 | 0-0 | 0-0 | 3 | 5 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Jerry Stackhouse, Det | 14 | 4-7 | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 8 |
| Reggie Miller, Ind | 21 | 1-7 | 1-6 | 2-2 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 5 |
| TOTAL | 240 | 51-108 | 7-23 | 17-20 | 15 | 31 | 46 | 30 | 11 | 14 | 20 | 6 | 126 |
Western Conference
[edit]| Player | Min | Fg | 3pt | Ft | Off | Def | Tot | Ast | Pf | St | To | Bs | Pts |
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| Kevin Garnett*, Min | 35 | 10-19 | 0-1 | 4-4 | 3 | 7 | 10 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 24 |
| Tim Duncan*, San | 33 | 12-14 | 0-0 | 0-0 | 7 | 7 | 14 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 24 |
| Shaquille O'Neal*, Lal | 25 | 11-20 | 0-0 | 0-2 | 4 | 5 | 9 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 3 | 22 |
| Kobe Bryant*, Lal | 28 | 7-16 | 1-4 | 0-0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 15 |
| Jason Kidd*, Pho | 34 | 4-9 | 3-6 | 0-0 | 0 | 5 | 5 | 14 | 0 | 4 | 6 | 0 | 11 |
| Gary Payton, Sea | 20 | 1-8 | 0-4 | 3-3 | 0 | 4 | 4 | 8 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 5 |
| Chris Webber, Sac | 13 | 3-10 | 0-0 | 0-0 | 3 | 5 | 8 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 6 |
| Rasheed Wallace, Por | 21 | 3-6 | 0-0 | 3-4 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 9 |
| Michael Finley, Dal | 10 | 5-6 | 1-2 | 0-0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 11 |
| David Robinson, Sas | 7 | 0-1 | 0-0 | 0-0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| John Stockton, Uta | 11 | 5-5 | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 10 |
| Karl Malone, Uta | 3 | 0-1 | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| TOTAL | 240 | 61-115 | 5-17 | 10-13 | 21 | 37 | 58 | 42 | 15 | 13 | 19 | 6 | 137 |
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All-Star Weekend
[edit]Rising Stars Challenge
[edit]The Rising Stars Challenge featured the best first-year players ('Rookies') against the best second-year players ('Sophomores'). Al Attles and Bill Russell served as head coaches for the rookies and sophomores respectively.
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^INJ Antawn Jamison was unable to participate due to injury.
Slam Dunk Contest
[edit]| Pos. | Player | Team | Height | Weight | Pct |
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| G/F | Vince Carter | Toronto Raptors | 6–6 | 220 | |
| G/F | Ricky Davis | Charlotte Hornets | 6-7 | 195 | |
| G | Steve Francis | Houston Rockets | 6–3 | 210 | |
| G/F | Larry Hughes | Philadelphia 76ers | 6–5 | 185 | |
| G/F | Tracy McGrady | Toronto Raptors | 6–8 | 225 | |
| G/F | Jerry Stackhouse | Detroit Pistons | 6–6 | 218 |
Three-Point Contest
[edit]| Pos. | Player | Team | Height | Weight | First round | Final round |
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| G | Jeff Hornacek | Utah Jazz | 6–4 | 190 | 17 | 13 |
| F | Dirk Nowitzki | Dallas Mavericks | 7–0 | 245 | 18 | 11 |
| G | Ray Allen | Milwaukee Bucks | 6–5 | 205 | 16 | 10 |
| G | Mike Bibby | Vancouver Grizzlies | 6–2 | 195 | 15 | — |
| G | Terry Porter | San Antonio Spurs | 6–3 | 195 | 15 | — |
| G | Hubert Davis | Dallas Mavericks | 6–5 | 183 | 14 | — |
| G | Allen Iverson | Philadelphia 76ers | 6–0 | 165 | 10 | — |
| G | Bob Sura | Cleveland Cavaliers | 6–5 | 200 | 9 | — |
References
[edit]- ^ "Mary J. Blige, L.L. Cool J Tapped For NBA All-Star Game". MTV.com. January 27, 2000. Archived from the original on July 30, 2020. Retrieved February 15, 2016.
- ^ "2000 NBA All-Star Game Box Score". Basketball Reference. Retrieved February 17, 2013.
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Background and Selection
Venue and Date
The 2000 NBA All-Star Game took place on February 13, 2000, at The Arena in Oakland—later renamed Oracle Arena—in Oakland, California.[1] The event was hosted by the Golden State Warriors, the local NBA franchise, marking the first time the Bay Area had hosted the All-Star Game since 1967.[1] The arena, with a basketball seating capacity of 19,596, drew an attendance of 18,325 spectators.[5][1] This All-Star Game was the first since the 1998 edition, as the 1999 event was canceled due to the ongoing 1998–99 NBA lockout that shortened the regular season.[6] The game was broadcast nationally on NBC, featuring play-by-play announcer Bob Costas, color commentator Doug Collins, and sideline reporters Ahmad Rashad and Jim Gray.[7] It achieved a television rating of 6.9 and attracted 10.516 million viewers.[8]Player Selection Process
The player selection process for the 2000 NBA All-Star Game adhered to the league's established format at the time, which emphasized fan participation for determining starters while relying on coaches for reserves. Fans voted exclusively for the starting lineups, selecting two guards, two forwards, and one center for each conference through ballots available at NBA arenas, select retail partners, and mail-in options, with voting concluding in early January 2000. The top vote recipient in each position advanced as a starter, ensuring a balanced representation of popular performers from the Eastern and Western Conferences.[9][10] Reserves, consisting of seven players per conference, were chosen by the head coaches of the leading teams in each conference (excluding players from their own rosters or those already selected as starters), focusing on overall performance during the 1999-2000 regular season. This coach-driven selection allowed for recognition of deserving contributors who may not have garnered the highest fan support, prioritizing team success and statistical impact. NBA Commissioner David Stern had the authority to intervene for roster balance or injuries, selecting replacements such as Rasheed Wallace to fill in for the West after Karl Malone withdrew due to back and finger ailments.[9][11][12] Eligibility required players to be on an active NBA roster at the time of selection, with no prior All-Star appearances necessary, though top performers and those with strong statistical outputs were typically favored; injured players could be voted in or selected but were subject to replacement if unable to participate. Voting results highlighted massive fan engagement, with Vince Carter leading all players as the Eastern Conference forward starter with 1,911,973 votes, while Shaquille O'Neal topped the Western Conference as center with 1,807,609 votes.[13][10] Unlike the lockout-shortened 1998–99 season that preceded the canceled 1999 All-Star Game, the 2000 selection drew from a full 82-game regular season, allowing for a more comprehensive assessment of player contributions without such modifications.[9]All-Star Game
Coaches
The head coaches for the 2000 NBA All-Star Game were selected according to the league's longstanding rule, which awards the position to the coach of the team with the best winning percentage in each conference as of the final Sunday prior to the All-Star Weekend.[1] This process ensures that the coaches represent the top-performing teams from the Eastern and Western Conferences, regardless of whether their rosters include All-Star players. For the Eastern Conference, Jeff Van Gundy of the New York Knicks was chosen after his team tied the Miami Heat at a 26-15 record following games on January 30, 2000; the Knicks secured the tiebreaker due to Van Gundy having the least recent All-Star coaching appearance compared to Heat coach Pat Riley.[14] By the All-Star break on February 13, the Knicks had improved to 29-18, reflecting their strong defensive identity under Van Gundy, who had taken over as head coach in March 1996 and guided the team to the 1999 NBA Finals with a gritty, physical style emphasizing perimeter defense and team cohesion.[15] Phil Jackson of the Los Angeles Lakers led the Western Conference squad, selected for guiding his team to the league's best record at 37-11 entering the break, a mark that underscored the early dominance of the Shaquille O'Neal-Kobe Bryant duo in Jackson's debut season with the franchise.[16] Known as the "Zen Master" for his philosophical approach and implementation of the triangle offense, Jackson had already amassed six NBA championships as head coach of the Chicago Bulls (1991–1993 and 1996–1998), blending psychological preparation with strategic innovation to maximize star talent. Neither coach brought specific assistants from their staffs to the All-Star event, adhering to the format's focus on the head coaches' leadership during the exhibition.Roster
The rosters for the 2000 NBA All-Star Game consisted of five starters and seven reserves for each conference, selected through a combination of fan voting for starters and selections by the NBA head coaches for reserves, with coaches choosing the coaching staff.[17][3]Eastern Conference Roster
| Player | Position | Team | Status |
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| Allen Iverson | G | Philadelphia 76ers | Starter |
| Eddie Jones | G | Charlotte Hornets | Starter |
| Vince Carter | F | Toronto Raptors | Starter |
| Grant Hill | F | Detroit Pistons | Starter |
| Alonzo Mourning | C | Miami Heat | Starter |
| Ray Allen | G | Milwaukee Bucks | Reserve |
| Allan Houston | G | New York Knicks | Reserve |
| Reggie Miller | G | Indiana Pacers | Reserve |
| Glenn Robinson | F | Milwaukee Bucks | Reserve |
| Jerry Stackhouse | G | Detroit Pistons | Reserve |
| Dale Davis | F | Indiana Pacers | Reserve |
| Dikembe Mutombo | C | Atlanta Hawks | Reserve |
Western Conference Roster
| Player | Position | Team | Status |
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| Jason Kidd | G | Phoenix Suns | Starter |
| Kobe Bryant | G | Los Angeles Lakers | Starter |
| Kevin Garnett | F | Minnesota Timberwolves | Starter |
| Tim Duncan | F | San Antonio Spurs | Starter |
| Shaquille O'Neal | C | Los Angeles Lakers | Starter |
| Gary Payton | G | Seattle SuperSonics | Reserve |
| John Stockton | G | Utah Jazz | Reserve |
| Michael Finley | G | Dallas Mavericks | Reserve |
| Chris Webber | F | Sacramento Kings | Reserve |
| Karl Malone | F | Utah Jazz | Reserve |
| Rasheed Wallace | F | Portland Trail Blazers | Reserve |
| David Robinson | C | San Antonio Spurs | Reserve |
Game Summary
The 2000 NBA All-Star Game, held on February 13 at the Oakland Arena in Oakland, California, showcased a high-scoring exhibition matchup between the Eastern and Western Conferences, reflecting the league's emphasis on entertainment and star power over defensive intensity. The Western Conference emerged victorious with a final score of 137-126, combining for 263 total points in a fast-paced affair that highlighted spectacular dunks and passes rather than structured play.[1][18][3] The first quarter set an upbeat tone, with the West taking an early 33-26 lead behind efficient scoring from their frontcourt stars. The second quarter saw the East respond with a slight edge, outscoring the West 33-31 to narrow the gap, leaving the West ahead 64-59 at halftime. Halftime entertainment featured performances by Kenny Wayne Shepherd, Mary J. Blige, LL Cool J, 98 Degrees, Montell Jordan, and Martina McBride, blending rock, R&B, and pop to energize the crowd of 18,325 attendees.[3][19] In the third quarter, the East mounted a strong push, outscoring the West 38-35 to take a brief lead, but a buzzer-beating three-pointer by Chris Webber at the end of the period secured a narrow 99-97 advantage for the West heading into the final frame. The fourth quarter proved decisive, as the West unleashed a dominant 38-29 run fueled by Tim Duncan and Shaquille O'Neal's interior presence and scoring prowess, pulling away for the 11-point win. Key highlights included O'Neal's 360-degree breakaway slam and Vince Carter's opening alley-oop dunk, underscoring the game's celebratory flair.[1][18][3] Post-game, Tim Duncan and Shaquille O'Neal were named co-MVPs, the first shared award since 1993, recognizing Duncan's double-double of 24 points and 14 rebounds alongside O'Neal's dominant 22 points and nine rebounds that controlled the paint.[1][20]Player Statistics
The 2000 NBA All-Star Game box score reflects the West's victory over the East by a score of 137–126, with standout performances including Allen Iverson's 26 points and 9 assists for the East, Alonzo Mourning's 15 points and 4 blocks, Tim Duncan's 24 points and 14 rebounds for the West, and Kevin Garnett's 24 points.[21]West Team Box Score
| Player | MIN | FG | 3P | FT | OREB | DREB | REB | AST | STL | BLK | TOV | PF | PTS |
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| Tim Duncan (Spurs) | 33:00 | 12-14 | 0-0 | 0-0 | 7 | 7 | 14 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 24 |
| Kevin Garnett (Timberwolves) | 35:00 | 10-19 | 0-1 | 4-4 | 3 | 7 | 10 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 24 |
| Shaquille O'Neal (Lakers) | 25:00 | 11-20 | 0-0 | 0-2 | 4 | 5 | 9 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 2 | 22 |
| Kobe Bryant (Lakers) | 28:00 | 7-16 | 1-4 | 0-0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 15 |
| Jason Kidd (Suns) | 34:00 | 4-9 | 3-6 | 0-0 | 0 | 5 | 5 | 14 | 4 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 11 |
| Michael Finley (Mavericks) | 10:00 | 5-6 | 1-2 | 0-0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 11 |
| John Stockton (Jazz) | 11:00 | 5-5 | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 10 |
| Rasheed Wallace (Trail Blazers) | 21:00 | 3-6 | 0-0 | 3-4 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 9 |
| Chris Webber (Kings) | 13:00 | 3-10 | 0-0 | 0-0 | 3 | 5 | 8 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 6 |
| Gary Payton (Supersonics) | 20:00 | 1-8 | 0-4 | 3-3 | 0 | 4 | 4 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 5 |
| Karl Malone (Jazz) | 3:00 | 0-1 | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| David Robinson (Spurs) | 7:00 | 0-1 | 0-0 | 0-0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Team Totals | 240:00 | 61-115 | 5-17 | 10-13 | 21 | 37 | 58 | 42 | 13 | 6 | 19 | 15 | 137 |
East Team Box Score
| Player | MIN | FG | 3P | FT | OREB | DREB | REB | AST | STL | BLK | TOV | PF | PTS |
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| Allen Iverson (76ers) | 28:00 | 10-18 | 2-2 | 4-5 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 9 | 2 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 26 |
| Alonzo Mourning (Heat) | 27:00 | 7-11 | 0-0 | 1-2 | 2 | 5 | 7 | 1 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 4 | 15 |
| Vince Carter (Raptors) | 28:00 | 6-11 | 0-2 | 0-0 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 12 |
| Eddie Jones (Hornets) | 21:00 | 4-7 | 2-3 | 0-0 | 1 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 10 |
| Grant Hill (Pistons) | 19:00 | 3-7 | 0-1 | 1-1 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 7 |
| Ray Allen (Bucks) | 17:00 | 4-13 | 1-6 | 5-6 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 14 |
| Allan Houston (Knicks) | 18:00 | 3-10 | 1-3 | 4-4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 11 |
| Glenn Robinson (Bucks) | 17:00 | 5-10 | 0-0 | 0-0 | 2 | 4 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10 |
| Jerry Stackhouse (Pistons) | 14:00 | 4-7 | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 8 |
| Reggie Miller (Pacers) | 21:00 | 1-7 | 1-6 | 2-2 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 5 |
| Dale Davis (Pacers) | 14:00 | 2-3 | 0-0 | 0-0 | 3 | 5 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Dikembe Mutombo (Hawks) | 16:00 | 2-4 | 0-0 | 0-0 | 2 | 6 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 4 |
| Team Totals | 240:00 | 51-108 | 7-23 | 17-20 | 15 | 31 | 46 | 30 | 14 | 5 | 20 | 11 | 126 |
All-Star Weekend Events
Rising Stars Challenge
The Rising Stars Challenge, then known as the Rookie Challenge, served as the developmental showcase during the 2000 NBA All-Star Weekend, pitting first-year rookies against second-year sophomores in a competitive exhibition.[1] Held on February 12, 2000, at the Oakland Arena in Oakland, California, the game followed a full-court format lasting 48 minutes, divided into four 12-minute quarters, mirroring a standard NBA contest but emphasizing young talent.[22] Coached by Hall of Famer Al Attles for the rookies and legendary Bill Russell for the sophomores, the event drew an attendance of 18,325 spectators.[22] The rookies' roster featured promising newcomers such as Elton Brand of the Chicago Bulls, Steve Francis of the Houston Rockets, Lamar Odom of the Los Angeles Clippers, Andre Miller of the Cleveland Cavaliers, Wally Szczerbiak of the Minnesota Timberwolves, James Posey of the Denver Nuggets, Adrian Griffin of the Boston Celtics, and Todd MacCulloch of the Philadelphia 76ers.[22] On the sophomores' side, the team included standouts like Paul Pierce of the Boston Celtics, Dirk Nowitzki of the Dallas Mavericks, Raef LaFrentz of the Denver Nuggets, Cuttino Mobley of the Houston Rockets, Jason Williams of the Sacramento Kings, Mike Bibby of the Vancouver Grizzlies, Michael Dickerson of the Vancouver Grizzlies, and Michael Olowokandi of the Los Angeles Clippers.[22] In a tightly contested matchup that extended into overtime, the rookies emerged victorious with a final score of 92-83 over the sophomores.[1] Elton Brand earned MVP honors for the rookies, dominating the boards with 21 rebounds to go along with 16 points, while Andre Miller led the scoring for his team with 18 points.[22] Steve Francis contributed a double-double of 13 points and 11 assists, and Lamar Odom added 15 points.[22] For the sophomores, Paul Pierce topped the scorers with 18 points, including five three-pointers, and Dirk Nowitzki followed closely with 17 points and four assists.[22] Raef LaFrentz provided a strong presence in the paint, recording 11 points and 10 rebounds.[22] The game highlighted the rapid development of the league's young stars, setting an energetic tone for the weekend's main events.[1]| Team | Player | Team | PTS | REB | AST |
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| Rookies | Andre Miller | CLE | 18 | 5 | 2 |
| Rookies | Elton Brand | CHI | 16 | 21 | 4 |
| Rookies | Lamar Odom | LAC | 15 | 8 | 4 |
| Rookies | Steve Francis | HOU | 13 | 2 | 11 |
| Rookies | Wally Szczerbiak | MIN | 13 | 3 | 0 |
| Sophomores | Paul Pierce | BOS | 18 | 4 | 1 |
| Sophomores | Dirk Nowitzki | DAL | 17 | 6 | 4 |
| Sophomores | Raef LaFrentz | DEN | 11 | 10 | 1 |
| Sophomores | Cuttino Mobley | HOU | 10 | 0 | 3 |
Three-Point Contest
The Three-Point Contest was held on February 12, 2000, at the Oakland Coliseum Arena in Oakland, California, as part of the NBA All-Star Weekend.[23] The competition featured eight participants who competed in a single-elimination format, shooting 25 three-point attempts from five positions around the arc.[23] Three racks (left wing, top, right wing) each contained four standard one-point balls and one "money ball" worth two points if made, while the two corner racks each contained five "money balls" worth two points.[23] The top three scorers from the first round advanced to the final, where they shot another 25 attempts to determine the winner.[23] The participants included a mix of sharpshooters and All-Stars: Jeff Hornacek of the Utah Jazz, Dirk Nowitzki of the Dallas Mavericks, Ray Allen of the Milwaukee Bucks, Mike Bibby of the Vancouver Grizzlies, Terry Porter of the San Antonio Spurs, Hubert Davis of the Dallas Mavericks, Allen Iverson of the Philadelphia 76ers, and Bob Sura of the Cleveland Cavaliers.[24] In the first round, Nowitzki led with 18 points, followed by Hornacek with 17 and Allen with 16, advancing all three to the final; Porter and Bibby each scored 15 but were eliminated on a tiebreaker, while Davis had 14, Iverson 10, and Sura 9.[23] The results were as follows:| Player | Team | First Round |
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| Dirk Nowitzki | Dallas Mavericks | 18 |
| Jeff Hornacek | Utah Jazz | 17 |
| Ray Allen | Milwaukee Bucks | 16 |
| Mike Bibby | Vancouver Grizzlies | 15 |
| Terry Porter | San Antonio Spurs | 15 |
| Hubert Davis | Dallas Mavericks | 14 |
| Allen Iverson | Philadelphia 76ers | 10 |
| Bob Sura | Cleveland Cavaliers | 9 |
Slam Dunk Contest
The 2000 NBA Slam Dunk Contest took place on February 12, 2000, at The Arena in Oakland, California, as part of the NBA All-Star Weekend.[26] The event followed a single-elimination format with one preliminary round and a final round among the top three performers; each contestant attempted three dunks in the first round (with the best two scores counting toward a total out of 100) and two dunks in subsequent rounds (out of 100), judged by a panel of five on criteria including creativity, athleticism, and execution, with scores ranging from 6 to 10 per judge.[27] At least one dunk per participant required assistance from a teammate.[28] Six players competed in the contest, representing a mix of established talents and rising stars: Vince Carter and Tracy McGrady of the Toronto Raptors, Steve Francis of the Houston Rockets, Jerry Stackhouse of the Detroit Pistons, Larry Hughes of the Philadelphia 76ers, and Ricky Davis of the Charlotte Hornets (who replaced the injured Antawn Jamison).[27][28] In the first round, Carter set the tone with a perfect score of 100, highlighted by a powerful 360-degree windmill dunk and a between-the-legs reverse off the bounce, both earning 50s for their difficulty and flair.[27] McGrady scored 99 with a reverse 360 windmill and an assisted two-handed jam, while Francis tallied 95 featuring a leaning alley-oop from the sideline.[27] The lower scores came from Davis (88), Stackhouse (83), and Hughes (67), eliminating them from advancing.[27] The final round featured Carter, McGrady, and Francis, where Carter clinched victory with 98 points on a two-handed dunk from the free-throw line (48) and his signature "Honey Dip" reverse with his elbow extended into the rim (50), a dunk so innovative it stunned the judges and crowd.[27][28] Francis scored 91 with a windmill alley-oop and a 360 spin, while McGrady managed 77 after a strong 45 on a between-the-legs 360 but faltered on his second attempt (32).[27] Carter's performance, including multiple perfect scores and unprecedented creativity, is widely regarded as one of the most iconic in Slam Dunk Contest history, propelling his nickname "Vinsanity" to national prominence and influencing the event's emphasis on acrobatic innovation for years to come.[28][27]| Round 1 Results (Best Two Dunks Total) | Player | Score |
|---|---|---|
| Vince Carter (Raptors) | 100 | |
| Tracy McGrady (Raptors) | 99 | |
| Steve Francis (Rockets) | 95 | |
| Ricky Davis (Hornets) | 88 | |
| Jerry Stackhouse (Pistons) | 83 | |
| Larry Hughes (76ers) | 67 |
| Final Round Results | Player | Score |
|---|---|---|
| Vince Carter (Raptors) | 98 | |
| Steve Francis (Rockets) | 91 | |
| Tracy McGrady (Raptors) | 77 |