The Herd with Colin Cowherd Hoops Tonight - All-Star Weekend Reaction: Wemby & Anthony Edwards' EFFORT set tone for best NBA All-Star in YEARS
Feb 17, 2026
Reaction to a refreshed All-Star format and why effort made it feel special. Discussion of Victor Wembanyama and Anthony Edwards setting the competitive tone. Breakdown of Kawhi Leonard, LeBron James, and Kevin Durant's standout play. Critique of the dunk contest and talk about shorter games, young athleticism, and league-level tinkering.
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Effort Is Contagious In Short Games
- Shortened games and focused competitive energy revived the All-Star game's quality.
- When enough players decide to compete, effort becomes contagious and the exhibition turns into real basketball.
TJ McConnell Pickup Memory
- Colin recounts a pickup game where TJ McConnell's competitiveness stood out and predicted his NBA longevity.
- That memory shaped his view that intrinsic competitive energy is a key, underrated NBA trait.
Format Tweaks Made Each Game Matter
- Adam Silver's format tweaks—shorter games plus split teams—made each mini-game feel meaningful.
- The format reduces blowouts and creates natural rivalries that sustain effort throughout the event.