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The 2025 NBA All-Star Game attracted an average of 4.7 million viewers across TNT platforms, marking a 13% decline from the 2024 broadcast.

This makes it the second least-watched All-Star Game in league history, surpassing only the 2023 edition, which drew 4.6 million viewers.

Notably, the last three All-Star Games have all averaged fewer than six million viewers – the only instances in NBA history where the event has failed to surpass that mark.

A key factor contributing to the decline in viewership was competition from NBC’s “SNL 50” special, which drew a massive 14.8 million viewers.

Looking ahead, the NBA will shift its All-Star Game broadcast to NBC in 2026, potentially benefiting from a change in network exposure.

All-Star Saturday Night also experienced a notable drop in viewership, averaging 3.4 million viewers – down from 4.57 million in 2024.

The event faced stiff competition from the NHL’s 4-Nations Face-Off, which aired on ABC and attracted 4.4 million viewers.

With declining ratings in recent years, the NBA faces a challenge in reinvigorating interest in its All-Star festivities, especially as major sports and entertainment events continue to vie for viewership.

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