LeBron James threw down a powerful dunk for the go-ahead basket with 55 seconds left; punctuating an MVP performance and helping the Eastern Conference beat the West 134-128 on Sunday night in the All-Star game.James finished with 27 points, nine assists and eight rebounds in capturing his second MVP award in the last three years. He was first honored in 2006 in Houston after he sparked the East's big rally in a 122-120 victory.
Meanwhile last year's MVP, Kobe Bryant of the Lakers played approximately three minutes then sat on the bench nursing his dislocated pinky finger. Understandably so, as doctors have recommended surgery and rehab, a six week program that Kobe is saying he doesn’t want right now.
It was also announced this weekend, that the Jason Kidd trade to the Dallas Mavericks was back on. And Kidd showed his worth as a fare share of those LeBron baskets were assisted by Kidd himself. This was a great way to bring excitement to the second half of the NBA season. Laker’s jump if off this Wednesday with the new Shaq-afied Phoenix Suns. Hold on to your hats it’s about to get real good!