During NBA All-Star Sunday, a tribute to TNT's "Inside the NBA" crew interrupted the championship mini-tournament, causing significant disruptions in player momentum. The ceremony involved players presenting gifts to the crew, which was perceived as awkward and misplaced. Celtics' Jaylen Brown expressed that the pause "took the gas out of the game" and highlighted concerns about maintaining player focus and energy. The NBA's changes aimed at enhancing competitive spirit were undermined by this interruption, questioning the effectiveness of the tribute in the midst of gameplay.
"I would say that's not ideal to stop like that if you want guys to play and be physical and play harder."
"So that kind of like, yeah, took the gas out of everything for a little bit."
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