Some of the most skilled players in the NBA took the floor earlier tonight to compete in the 2023 NBA All-Star Skills Challenge.
The contest was broken down into three different teams. Team Antetokounmpo, which consisted of Jrue Holiday (who replaced an injured Giannis Antetokounmpo) and brothers Alex and Thanasis Antetokounmpo. The hometown Utah Jazz were represented by Jordan Clarkson, Walker Kessler, and Collin Sexton. Lastly, a rookie team featuring Paolo Banchero, Jaden Ivey, and Jabari Smith Jr. The teams competed in a series of skill-based challenges, including relay, passing, and shooting. In the end, the hometown Jazz team gave the fans something to smile about, as they emerged as the Skills Challenge Champions after winning two legs of the event.
Read on for a rundown of every sneaker worn in the 2023 NBA All-Star Skills Challenge.
Alex Antetokounmpo – Nike Zoom Freak 4 "The Decision"
Thanasis Antetokounmpo — Nike Zoom Freak 4
Jrue-Holiday — Nike Air Zoom GT Cut 2
Jordan Clarkson — Converse All Star BB Prototype CX
Walker Kessler – Adidas Harden Vol. 6
Collin Sexton — Nike Zoom GT Cut 2
Paolo Banchero — Air Jordan 37 Low "Taxi"
Jaden Ivey — Nike Air Zoom GT Cut
Jabari Smith Jr. — Adidas Harden Vol. 7
