Empty the Bench

All-Star weekend kicks off this evening, and we’re eagerly awaiting the Rookie Challenge starting at 9:00 PM EST. Set your TiVos – despite the notable snubs of Ramon Sessions and Kevin Love it should be a high-scoring affair, featuring explosive youngsters like Eric Gordon, O.J. Mayo, Kevin Durant, Derrick Rose, Greg Oden, Rodney Stuckey and Thad Young.

What better way to ring in the weekend than with The Temptations classic take on the Star Spangled Banner from the 1984 All Star Game. Hopefully we get some performances on Sunday to match Isiah Thomas and Dr. J in that 154-145 classic.

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