The 2022 NBA All-Star Game features Team LeBron versus Team Durant in Cleveland, with unique rules designed to make the exhibition more competitive.

Game Format:

• First three quarters: Traditional 12-minute periods
• Fourth quarter: Untimed "Elam Ending" - first team to reach target score (24 points added to leading team's score) wins
• Teams compete to win each individual quarter

Team Rosters:

Team Durant (Coach: Erik Spoelstra)

• Starters: Joel Embiid, Ja Morant, Jayson Tatum, Andrew Wiggins, Trae Young
• Reserves: LaMelo Ball, Devin Booker, Rudy Gobert, Zach LaVine, Khris Middleton, Dejounte Murray, Karl-Anthony Towns

Team LeBron (Coach: Monty Williams)

• Starters: LeBron James, Giannis Antetokounmpo, Stephen Curry, DeMar DeRozan, Nikola Jokic
• Reserves: Jarrett Allen, Jimmy Butler, Luka Doncic, Darius Garland, Donovan Mitchell, Chris Paul, Fred VanVleet

Betting Odds:

• Spread: Team LeBron -5.5 (-105)
• Moneyline: Team LeBron -220 / Team Durant +180
• Total: 322 points

Betting Recommendations:

• MVP Pick: LeBron James (hometown narrative, likely to get favorable opportunities)
• Game: Team LeBron moneyline (undefeated in this format, superior shooting and rebounding)
• Consider the over (minimal defense expected)
• Avoid spread betting (high volatility)

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