The 2022 NBA All-Star Game features Team LeBron vs Team Durant in Cleveland, with unique rules that make betting interesting. Here's what you need to know:

Game Format:

• First three quarters: Standard 12-minute quarters, winner is team with most points
• Fourth quarter: Uses "Elam Ending" - first team to reach target score (24 points) wins

Team Rosters:

Team Durant (Coach: Erik Spoelstra)

• Starters: Joel Embiid, Ja Morant, Jayson Tatum, Andrew Wiggins, Trae Young
• Bench: 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
• Bench: Jarrett Allen, Jimmy Butler, Luka Doncic, Darius Garland, Donovan Mitchell, Chris Paul, Fred VanVleet

Current Odds:

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

Best Bets:

1. LeBron James for MVP (hometown narrative + strong supporting cast)
2. Team LeBron moneyline (undefeated in current format, superior starting lineup)
3. Over on total points (minimal defense expected)

Avoid betting the spread as it could swing either way in this exhibition format.

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