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All-Star MVP By the time the 2022-23 NBA season rolled around, Tatum had already played in three All-Star Games, and it was no surprise that he was selected as an All-Star for a fourth consecutive season. The 2023 game took place in Salt Lake City, Utah, and Tatum took complete ownership of the game from the start. Playing for Team Giannis, Tatum logged 35 minutes to lead all players and, along the way, ended up leading in every offensive category as well. He shot an improbable 71 percent from the field, making 22 of 31 shots, including 10 of 18 from three-point range. He also added a free throw to total 55 points, an All-Star Game record. He also chipped in a team-leading 10 rebounds in the 184-175 win over Team LeBron, making Tatum the easy choice to claim his first All-Star Game MVP award.

Watch highlights of Tatum’s record-setting performance at the 2023 NBA All-Star Game.

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Chapter 1: Greatest Moments