Draymond Green, the Golden State Warriors forward and four-time All-Star, has voiced strong objections to a new component of the NBA All-Star Game format. This year, the All-Star Game will feature a mini-tournament involving three teams, including the winners of the Rising Stars Challenge. Green is concerned that this inclusion undermines the significance of the All-Star Game.

After losing in the skills challenge, Green articulated his thoughts on ESPN, suggesting that players from the Rising Stars team do not deserve the privilege of participating on All-Star Sunday. He emphasized the effort he put in to earn his All-Star spots, implying that this new format dilutes the achievement. Green has suggested expanding All-Star rosters to include more deserving players, a change that hasn't occurred since 1982.