Yes, the action on the court at 2004 All-Star Saturday Night presented by America Online was amazing. But what happened off the floor, before the ball was tipped? All-Access Pass gives you "Ten Cool Things from All-Star Saturday Night" to give you a better idea of what really goes on at the arena. Here's what was seen and heard at the STAPLES Center on Saturday night.
Inside the Broadcast: | |
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Want to see where the broadcast magic happens? We did. So we took 'Inside the NBA' producer Tim Kiely up on his offer and snuck a peek inside the Turner trailer, where directors, assistant directors and producers splice and dice to give you all the action from the STAPLES Center.
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Dr. Phil Answers Three Burning Questions: | |
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In-N-Out or Fatburger? "Oh man, I'd have to say In-N-Out. I like the protein burger. Fatburger's a close second, but definitely In-N-Out." Are you going to any All-Star parties this weekend? "I don't know. If we go, we'll probably go tomorrow night to Universal Studios." What film should win this year's Best Picture Oscar? "I'd have to say 'Mystic River', because I really like Sean Penn and I think that movie was great. I watched 'Lost in Translation' on the flight back to L.A. from New York after doing Letterman, and it was lost in translation. I'm sorry, I love Bill Murray, but I just didn't get it." |
Ivy's Throw-Buc Uniform: | |
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As fashionable as ever, Allen Iverson went old-school on Saturday night and showed up in a Doug Williams Tampa Bay Buccaneers throwback jersey.
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Second Hearse, Same as the First: | |
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We got a sneak peek at what OutKast has in store for tomorrow night's player introductions. A coffin? Some shiny rims? Boi oh Boi, this should be interesting. Tune in tomorrow night to see how it all shakes out.
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Kiki Vandeweghe Answers Three Burning Questions: | |
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In-N-Out or Fatburger? "Oh jeez, that's a hard one. My friend Magic owns Fatburger, but I do like In-N-Out more." Any parties this weekend? Or if not, what are you most looking forward to? "Seeing my guys! Earl Boykins in the Skills, Voshon Lenard in the three-point contest, Chris Andersen in the dunk contest, Carmelo Anthony and Nene last night ... I'm just excited for my guys." What film should win this year's Best Picture Oscar? "'Seabiscuit' is my pick, but I loved 'Lost in Translation' too. That was a cool movie." |
Stern, but Funny: | |
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NBA Commissioner David Stern held his annual All-Star Media Availability session, along with Deputy Commissioner Russ Granik and Executive Director of the National Basketball Players Association, Billy Hunter. The trio talked about everything from LeBron James to the Charlotte Bobcats to the progress of the Collective Bargaining Agreement. Commissioner Stern even joked about using a seven-second delay for the proceedings ala Janet Jackson, which, in the end, was not needed.
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A Fred Take on the Dunk Contest: | |
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Brandon Brooks, a friend of Sprite Rising Stars Slam Dunk competitor Fred Jones, emerged from the crowd to help Jones attempt his final dunk of the night. Brooks, who played high school and summer basketball with Jones in Portland, said he and Jones came up with the idea this afternoon during practice. |
Ballin' USA: | |
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Legendary California surf-rockers The Beach Boys were also part of the festivities on Saturday night, cranking out hits like "Surfin' USA" and "California Girls".
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Earl the Blur: | |
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We watched 5-5 Earl Boykins warm up for the 989 Sports Skills Challenge. While the diminutive Denver guard didn't win the competition, he was easily the most impressive ball-handler of the night, zipping through the cones as if he was ... well, in a video game.
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Anthem for the Ages: | |
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In a touching tribute to the 20th anniversary of when her late father Marvin wowed the crowd at the 1983 All-Star Game in L.A., Marvin's daughter Nona sang a simulated duet of the national anthem with her father.
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