Fans Attack “Worst” American City After NBA’s New Mandate for All-Star Hosting Cities

In Indiana, the NBA hosted its 73rd All-Star Game, a decision that didn’t sit well with fans despite Commissioner Adam Silver’s recent penchant for landscape-changing moves. Regardless of the initial backlash, the weekend unfolded as a unique spectacle, featuring the exclusive Stephen Curry vs. Sabrina Ionescu three-point contest and the East’s All-Stars putting up an impressive 200-point-plus performance.

Although the event successfully captured global attention, the NBA has revamped the eligibility criteria for cities to host the All-Star Game. According to the new guidelines, a city must have a minimum of 5 three-star hotels with a collective room count of 7,250. Additionally, it should boast a convention center with at least 650,000 square feet of exhibition space and an airport servicing a minimum of 75 nonstop domestic and 20 international flights.

The anticipated changes are expected to elevate cities with a richer and more extensive basketball culture, offering fans the opportunity to witness the best players within minutes.

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Fans had previously expressed their dissatisfaction with Indiana being designated as the host for the All-Star responsibilities. However, the city was originally slated for this hosting role in 2021, which had to be relocated due to complications arising from COVID-19. Under the new mandate, Indiana finds itself in a challenging position. To secure the opportunity to host another NBA All-Star event, the city must now meet the criteria related to the airport structures. Until then, the fans are having a ball against them.

Fans roast Indiana as the worst NBA All-Star venue

With the criteria now excluding numerous teams’ potential to host the annual event, fans have started criticizing Indiana and its small market size.

Right from the start, @SD_TheJuiceman categorized the last three All-Star venues, Cleveland, Utah, and Indiana, as the “worst lineup of all-star cities ever.”

On the flip side, @Jared_Wade stepped in to specifically criticize Indiana. According to him, fans argue that the NBA quickly gave up on spending three days in the city and took measures to avoid going through it again.

@CantBeatAudel expressed their boundless passion by not only deeming Indiana the worst venue ever but also labeling the All-Star weekend as dreadful and boring. They went as far as expressing a desire to fire Adam Silver as the NBA commissioner.

Meanwhile, @Trap_ openly admitted their dislike for Indiana and expressed satisfaction that the city hosted one of the worst events in NBA All-Star history.

Additionally, @highr0llaaa took a more personal approach. In addition to echoing sentiments similar to other fans, they highlighted how Tyrese Haliburton lost the All-Star MVP title to the 33-year-old Damian Lillard.

With the introduction of the new criteria, several cities may certainly miss out on hosting the All-Star in the coming years. However, it also catalyzes venues to enhance their basketball culture, contributing to the continuous growth of the NBA’s global stature.