Confidential: Stephen Curry Wins Kia MVP as Shaq’s OGs Claim Victory in Inaugural NBA All-Star Mini-Tournament
February 18, 2025
Golden State Warriors superstar Stephen Curry added another accolade to his legendary career, earning the Kia MVP award after leading Shaquille O’Neal’s “OGs” to victory in the NBA’s first-ever All-Star Mini-Tournament. The exciting new format brought a fresh competitive edge to All-Star Weekend, pitting teams led by NBA legends against one another.
Curry, known for his unparalleled shooting ability, delivered a game-high 28 points, including a signature deep three-pointer in the closing moments to seal the championship for Shaq’s squad. His clutch performance and leadership throughout the tournament made him the unanimous MVP selection.
The mini-tournament, introduced as part of the NBA’s efforts to revamp All-Star Weekend, featured four teams, each led by a former NBA great. Shaq’s OGs battled against teams coached by Charles Barkley, Allen Iverson, and Dwyane Wade. The OGs dominated the competition, defeating Wade’s squad in the semifinals before taking down Iverson’s team in a thrilling final.
“This was an incredible experience,” Curry said postgame. “Competing in this format added a new level of intensity, and to win it with Shaq was an honor. The energy was electric.”
Shaquille O’Neal praised his team’s performance, calling Curry’s leadership “next level” and hinting that the mini-tournament could become a staple of future All-Star events.
With Curry’s MVP win and Shaq’s OGs claiming the inaugural title, the NBA’s latest innovation to All-Star Weekend appears to be a success, setting the stage for future thrilling matchups.
