1998 NBA All-Star Game: A Night to Remember

A star-studded event that showcased the league's best and brightest

Michael Jordan leads the East to victory in a thrilling All-Star Game

On February 8, 1998, the NBA's brightest stars gathered at Madison Square Garden in New York City for the 48th edition of the All-Star Game. The game lived up to its billing, with the East team, led by Michael Jordan, overcoming a 13-point halftime deficit to defeat the West 135-114.

Jordan, who finished with 23 points and eight rebounds, was named the game's Most Valuable Player. Other notable performances included Kobe Bryant, who made his All-Star Game debut at just 20 years old, and Karl Malone, who finished with 20 points and 14 rebounds.

The All-Star Game was a showcase of the NBA's global reach, with players from Cuba, Canada, and Puerto Rico participating in the game. The game also featured a special performance by Michael Jackson, who sang "The Star-Spangled Banner" before the game.