Team LeBron rallies to beat Team Giannis, 178-164, Durant MVP
Wade finished with seven points in 10 minutes, and Nowitzki never returned after his nine-point, four-minute opening stint. When the third quarter ended, every player gathered behind them as Wade and Nowitzki were honored with commemorative jerseys at midcourt.
"Thank you to the commissioner and the NBA for allowing us to both be on this stage again," Nowitzki said.
"Exactly what Dirk said," Wade said as he took the microphone. "We're very thankful for this opportunity. ... The game is in great hands. It's easy to walk away right now."
Team Giannis: Antetokounmpo was awarded a first-quarter free throw — but instead of shooting it, he tossed a pass to himself off the backboard. It isn't legal, and didn't work, but he didn't mind. ... Joel Embiid had 12 rebounds and Antetokounmpo added 11. ... Kemba Walker, the lone Charlotte player in the game, had four points on 2-for-8 shooting.
Team LeBron: James spent part of halftime on the court listening to J. Cole's performance, then grabbed a hug from New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft. ... New Orleans' Anthony Davis, who was dealing with a muscle strain in his shoulder, played five minutes and made both of his shot attempts.
