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As the next generation of NBA superstars continue to define the state-of- the-art in world class athleticism, TNT pushes the commentary, coverage, and broadband envelope to make the NBA on TNT a completely integrated and immersive multi-media experience. While it is something they have done all season, TNT will place a special focus on the 58th annual NBA All-Star event. In addition to the high-tech firepower TNT is bringing to the US Airways , TNT’s colorful analysts and personalities will ensure the broadcast remains unsurpassed in any sport, across all media channels. When asked what makes the NBA All-Star Game so exciting, , TNT’s Inside the NBA announcer said, “It’s a once-in-a-lifetime event. No matter how many times you’ve been, there are different players, so it’s a dif- ferent experience each year. When you have all the best players in the world in one venue, it creates a dynamic that no one has ever seen until you’re actually there. Also, the history of is there—the great players are always coming back. It’s like a walking trading card show.” MAKE THIS TNT is ready. The NBA is ready. Fans are definitely ready. Are you? SEASON MATTER PLAY FOR ONE OF EIGHT NBA PROS AT THEOTHERSEASON.COM

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KD&E Inc. Pub: TNT Program 129 West 27th St. 11 floor , NY 10001 Insertion: Color: 4C 212.686.0006 Bleed: 4 x 6.25” Trim: 3.75 x 6” Ad Title: Season Matter Date: 12-23-08 Job #: 0808-112KS Live: .25” Page: Comments: NBA 2K9 (IN STORES NOW VERSION) Misc: From dunkers and drivers to dribblers and dishers, Phoenix will be hotter than ever this bryant At the ripe old age of 30 and already in February as the NBA’s brightest stars descend into the desert for the 58th annual NBA All-Star his 12th year in the league, has suddenly become Game. While Kobe Bryant, LeBron James, and will ignite the fire, look for one of the NBA’s elder statesmen. At over 26 , younger guns like , , and to bring some heat of their own. his ability to score the ball is as explosive as ever, while at the same time his all-around game has matured. LeBron James Even in the rarefied air of the NBA, he has become a man among boys. LeBron James is strong chris paul Currently the best pure enough to drive through defenses at will and with finesse. At 24, guard in the league, Chris Paul has a light-up-the- King James has fulfilled his promise to be hands-down, the best room personality and the stats to make him a fantasy LEBRON all-around player in the league. basketball team stud. Not only does the 6'0" JAMES KOBE regular-sized guy lead the league with more BRYANT DWIGHT HOWARD Easily one of the most than 11 assists per game, he also averages dominant centers in the game, Dwight Howard is over 20 points and an impressive 5+ rebounds. unstoppable in the paint. He’s still developing the finer points like blocking shots, but he has the skills and the The slick-shooting build to be the prototypical big man for the 21st Century. guard on the Thunder has been joined in the backcourt by lightning-quick Russell CHRIS BOSH Always a dynamic talent, Westbrook to create a backcourt that can the 2008 Men’s Senior National Team experience make it rain on the competition for the in may have been a key point in the next decade or longer. maturation of Chris Bosh. The sixth year, 24-year-old pro is averaging career highs Asia’s best-known and in points per game and has emerged as loved basketball player continues to live large a team leader in Toronto. in , where he is averaging nearly 20 points and 10 rebounds Only per game, and lead- CHRIS DWYANE WADE BOSH picking up speed after his ing the Rockets in CHRIS dominating 2008 Men’s Senior both categories. PAUL National Team performance, Dwyane Wade has emerged OTHERS as one of the top all- TO WATCH: around players in the game of basketball. KEVIN DURANT DWYANE WADE

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For years, there have been pessimists that have said the contest has worn itself out as a compelling event, and for years, the extraordinary athletes in the NBA have put on their creative caps and pulled surprises out of their sneakers that left the crowds and judges gawking in awe. Here are some of the slickest aerial displays in recent memory:

JOSH SMITH • Denver 2005 A Rocky Mountain high saw him record perfect 50s on not just one, or two, but all three of his final dunks. A 19-year-old rookie at the time, Smith paid tribute to two-time slam dunk DWIGHT HOWARD champion , who happened to be a sideline judge at the event, by sporting a vintage Hawks #21 jersey and throwing down Wilkins’ signature windmill slam. B:6.25” S:5” T:6”

GERALD GREEN • 2007 made a name for himself with a trio of dunks that brought the house down. His most memorable was a tribute to 1991 dunk champion Dee Brown, where Green pumped up his sneakers, took off THE PLACE TO FIND EXACTLY his #5 jersey to reveal a #7, and then soared over defending champion while covering his THE CAR YOU’RE LOOKING FOR. eyes in homage to Brown’s legendary no-look stuff. (even if you’re 7'2") DWIGHT HOWARD • 2008 In one fell swoop from the sky, Dwight Howard proved that big men can fly. A 6'11", 265-pound Howard donned a superman cape and leapt a tall building in a single bound…well, not that last part, but he did bring AutoTrader.com. Official partner of the NBA. the funk back into the dunk and set the stage for more heroics in 2009.

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* No purchase necessary. Must be 13 or older and a legal resident of the U.S. and D.C. to participate. Void where prohibited. Starts 11/15/08 and ends 4/30/09. For free method of entry and Official Rules, visit tag">nba.com/wrigley. Player names based on rosters as of 6/18/08. SPONSOR: Wm. Wrigley NBA ALL-STAR GAME 2009 Jr. Company, , IL 60611. . ©2009 Wm. Wrigley Jr. Company. All Rights Reserved. Leaders of the Pack, Wrigley’s Design, , , , Impish FEBRUARY 15TH 8PM ET Flame Design, Spearmint Design, , Moutain Design and all affiliated designs are trademarks of the Wm. Wrigley Jr. Company.The NBA identifications are the intellectual property of NBA Properties, Inc. and the respective NBA member teams. ©2009 NBA Properties, Inc. All rights reserved. ©2009 NBA Entertainment. Photo taken by Kent Smith/NBAE/Getty Images. This year’s rookie class features flashy freshmen in the back- Mission court along with big men with 20-10 averages in their future. The mission of the Jr. NBA/ DERRICK Jr. WNBA, presented by ROSE DERRICK ROSE With averages of 18 points and over six assists per game, Derrick Rose of the Chicago , is to encourage Bulls has been drawing raves from veteran players participation and support and coaches around the league for his approach to youth basketball through the game on and off the court. The mild-mannered Rose programs for players, has an explosive first step, and has shown an ability to carve a path through the best parents, coaches defensive teams and players in the game. and officials. O.J. MAYO The secured the promise of better tomorrows PRoGRAM when they traded for O.J. Mayo, the third overall pick in the 2008 NBA . GoALs Since his arrival in Memphis, Mayo has • Support and encourage climbed into the top 20 of several statistical categories not just for participation, fundamental rookies, but for the entire NBA. He is skill development and among the league leaders in scoring, teamwork. minutes per game, minutes played, field goals attempted and made, and more. • Educate players, parents, and Oden, playing in his first NBA coaches on the values of the season, has just begun to fulfill his considerable game including, sportsmanship, O.J.MAYO potential with the Portland Trailblazers. His stats teamwork, character, leadership have steadily climbed through the season and and the importance of an active, he is currently averaging more than eight rebounds and eight points per game. Oden healthy and safe lifestyle. and the nucleus of young players in Portland GREG ODEN should see success for years to come. For more information on Jr. NBA/Jr. WNBA log onto: OTHERS TO WATCH: D.J. Augustin, , Rudy Fernandez, , NBA.COM and WNBA.COM Al Jefferson, ,

NBA ALL-STAR GAME 2009 FEBRUARY 15TH . 8PM ET THU JAN 15 8:00PM @ CHICAGO 10:30PM PHOENIX @ DENVER MON JAN 19 5:30PM @ MEMPHIS 8:00PM PHOENIX @ BOSTON Thursday, February 12 10:30PM CLEVELAND @ LA LAKERS 7PM NBA ON TNT Thursday NIGHT Doubleheader THU JAN 22 8:00PM BOSTON @ ORLANDO HEAT @ BULLS and CELTICS @ MAVERICKS 10:30PM WASHINGTON @ LA LAKERS THU JAN 29 8:00PM CLEVELAND @ ORLANDO Friday, February 13 10:30PM SAN ANTONIO @ PHOENIX THU FEB 5 8:00PM LA LAKERS @ BOSTON 9PM T-Mobile Rookie Challenge AND YOUTH JAM 10:30PM DALLAS @ UTAH 11PM INSIDE THE NBA presented by HYUNDAI THU FEB 12 7:00PM @ CHICAGO 9:30PM BOSTON @ DALLAS Saturday, February 14 THU FEB 19 8:00PM SAN ANTONIO @ DETROIT KOBE 8PM NBA TIP-OFF presented by AUTOTRADER.COM 10:30PM BOSTON @ UTAH BRYANT 8:30PM NBA All-Star Saturday NIGHT THU FEB 26 8:00PM CLEVELAND @ HOUSTON presented by 10:30PM PHOENIX @ LA LAKERS THU MAR 5 8:00PM DALLAS @ NEW ORLEANS • HAIER Shooting Stars 10:30PM PORTLAND @ DENVER • Playstation Skills Challenge THU MAR 12 8:00PM LA LAKERS @ SAN ANTONIO • Foot Locker 3-Point Shootout 10:30PM CLEVELAND @ PHOENIX • Slam Dunk THU MAR 19 8:00PM PORTLAND @ CLEVELAND 10:30PM GOLDEN STATE @ LA LAKERS TUE MAR 24 8:00PM DETROIT @ CHICAGO 10:30PM HOUSTON @ UTAH LEBRON THU MAR 26 8:00PM MIAMI @ CHICAGO JAMES 10:30PM PHOENIX @ PORTLAND THU APR 2 8:00PM CLEVELAND @ WASHINGTON NBA All-Star 10:30PM UTAH @ DENVER Game 2009 THU APR 9 8:00PM @ CHICAGO Sunday, 10:30PM DENVER @ LA LAKERS February 15 TUE APR 14 8:00PM BOSTON @ PHILADELPHIA 10:30PM UTAH @ LA LAKERS 8PM NBA TIP-OFF All times Eastern. Schedule subject to change. For more info, log on to nba.com or tnt.tv. presented by AUTOTRADER.COM Scheduled to appear. TNT is a trademark of Turner Network Television LP, LLLP. A Time Warner Company. All rights reserved. Photos courtesy of TNT/NBAE/Getty Images 2009. No affiliation or endorsement exists or is meant to be expressed or implied herein between any athletes or referenced and the producers of or advertisers featured in this guide. NBA All-Star 2009 players have not yet been confirmed at time of publication. ©2009 NBA Properties, Inc. Produced by Ion Marketing, LLC 2009.

NBA ALL-STAR GAME 2009 FEBRUARY 15TH . 8PM ET All times Eastern unless noted. H IS FOR HISTORY, HERITAGE SQUARE, AND THE HEARD MUSEUM Historic Heritage Square is a living remnant of Phoenix’s Victorian past. The Rosson House (6th Street and Monroe), circa 1865, is the cornerstone of a city which encompasses the only remaining group of residential structures from the original town site of Phoenix as well as museums, charming restaurants, cafés, and shops. The Phoenix Museum of History (105 N. 5th Street) features exhibits from the 1860s (when the first Anglo settlements began here) through the 1930s. The Heard Museum (2301 N. Central Avenue) was founded by Dwight & Maie Heard in 1929, and has grown into a Rising from the floor of the Sonoran Desert, Phoenix offers much more must-see Arizona landmark. With exhibitions of cultural objects and fine art to jewelry and than just cacti. Once a sleepy Old West town, Phoenix’s blue skies, fashion, the Heard offers the best in traditional and contemporary American Indian art. warm weather, world-class golf, and fine dining have turned it into one O IS FOR OUTDOORS Phoenix literally embraces of America’s fastest-growing urban centers. There must be a reason 13 the great outdoors—a Southwestern desert environment— million travelers visit here annually. We’ll tell you why…A to Z. within the city limits. South Mountain Park, at 16,500 acres, is A IS for ARID Yes, it’s dry. This is the desert after all, and Phoenix’s the world’s largest city park and is just minutes from downtown. heavy heat and light vegetation means there’s little moisture in the air Ubiquitous Camelback Mountain, which many people see but to moderate the temperature. Still, with average winter temperatures considerably fewer explore, rewards those who come with in the high 60s and the sun shining brightly 325 days a year, most of panoramic views, towering cliffs, caves, and fantastic rock the country can only dream for weather like Phoenix in February. formations. In the Echo Canyon Recreation Area, and visible from all over the Phoenix area, Camelback beckons the fit and curious C IS FOR CUISINE Specializing in Southwestern fare with to make the 2.3 mile round-trip trek to the top for the unrivalled Spanish and Native American influences, Phoenix’s cuisine is an earthy, views of the valley. spicy blend of deliciously simple ingredients. When Spanish explorers came to the New World in the 1500s, they discovered natives growing corn, Z IS FOR ZOOLOGY Only hearty plants and chiles, beans, avocados, and tomatoes. The Spaniards brought pigs, animals can endure the harsh environment, and Phoenix’s cattle, and cheese to the mix and, Ole!, Southwestern food had arrived. local flora and fauna have these traits. From rattlesnakes and scorpions to coyotes and javelinas, animals in the G IS FOR GOLF Phoenix provides top-notch golf year- Grand Canyon State help give Arizona a unique identity. round and offers a multitude of courses for players of every level— The vegetation is just as tough and the Desert Botanical from layouts designed to mirror the sport’s most famous holes to Garden hosts one of the world’s finest collections of courses that mimic venerable British links. But with the sun and desert plants by showcasing 50 acres of outdoor exhibits warmth of the Southwest instead of the rain and cold of England, and being home to 139 rare, threatened and endangered Phoenix is undeniably a world-class destination for both pro and plant species from around the world. pedestrian players alike.

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The NBA has stepped up its digital programming for 2009. A new program lineup and roster of on-air announcers for NBA TV runs live six days a week from the shiny new NBA Digital studio in Atlanta. NBA TV’s new lineup of announcers spotlights NBA veterans Chris Webber, Eric Snow, , and as regular weekly studio analysts. Emmy® award-winners Ahmad Rashad and Ernie Johnson are both featured regular hosts on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, respectively. In addition to the new ensemble of announcers, NBA TV also STEVE SMITH features select appearances by NBA on TNT personalities including the Emmy® award-winning studio team. TNT game announcers , , , Doug Collins, and , as well as reporters , , and , will also contribute to the network this season. Throughout the season, NBA TV’s weekly studio programming GARY PAYTON features three signature nights, including Fan Night on FROM FRIENDS TO FOES. Tuesdays where viewers can vote on NBA.com for what game SEE IT. GET IT. EXPERIENCE IT. they want to see; Premiere Night on Wednesdays when a new NBA Entertainment original feature or series will air; and Legends Night on Thursdays, when a legendary player, coach, team, or era is showcased. NBA.com also launched a new NBA LEAGUE PASS broadband ERNIE JOHNSON service to deliver a full season of live game streams, and a new mosaic video player that allows fans to simultaneously watch up to three live out-of-market games. The 2008-09 season marks the 10th anniversary of NBA TV and the inaugural year of the NBA’s partnership with to operate the NBA’s digital portfolio. This includes NBA TV, NBA. com, NBA League Pass, WNBA.com, and NBADleague.com. AHMAD RASHAD

FAN NIGHT TUESDAYS ON NBA TV and NBA.COM TNT will provide fans an all-access pass to NBA All-Star 2009 with The names of the players alone conjure vivid images of vintage eras. complementary online coverage on TNT on NBA.com. With the 2009 NBA All-Star Game, Phoenix is thrice blessed having already hosted the 1975 and 1995 matchups. Here’s a quick replay TNT OverTime is a live interactive video experience that offers of the heroes of the hardwood from the previous two games. Visit video streams of alternate camera angles during the T-Mobile NBA.com for more video highlights. Rookie Challenge and Youth Jam, Sprite , and Game ONE: 1975 the NBA All-Star Game. Fans will not only be able to watch the It doesn’t get any more old school than the 1975 NBA All-Star Game game from alternate angles that they select, but they can also in Phoenix, where some of the greatest guards in modern NBA vote on the players that they want the cameras to follow through- history stole the show. Led by game MVP , who scored out the night and chat with other fans across the country in the 30 points on 10-of-11 shooting, and Earl “The Pearl” Monroe, the Live Chat Room. TNT OverTime will also provide on-demand All- East came together to defeat the West 108-102. Other Star content featuring contributions from TNT’s NBA announcers, names in the game included of Boston, replays of the Emmy® award-winning Inside the NBA, and behind Bob McAdoo of Buffalo, and a trio of Washington the scenes footage from all of the All-Star festivities and events. Bullets including Phil Chenier, , and . The West countered with 27 points and six LIVE INTERACTIVE VIDEO ON TNT OVERTIME assists from Kansas City’s Nate “Tiny” Archibald, MITCH and 22 points and eight assists from Golden RICHMOND State’s , but it was not enough. Game TWO: 1995 Led by MVP , the West exploded for 139 points versus the East’s meager 112. A leading performer in the game included one of Phoenix’s all-time favorite players in his prime: , who played heavy minutes (for an All-Star game) and made a proud showing. Other notable performances included ’s Gary Payton’s 15 assists for the West, and the ’s Shaquille O’Neal, who had 22 points and 7 boards. Game THREE: 2009 There are a lot of guys with a lot to prove in 2009—and with the emergence of so many WALT FRAZIER exciting young guns to challenge the old guard in the NBA this season, it should heighten the heat on this third showdown under the sun.

TNT OVERTIME ON NBA.COM NBA ALL-STAR GAME 2009 WATCH THE NBA ON TNT 7 DAYS A WEEK FEBRUARY 15TH . 8PM ET Thanks to strong partnerships with internationally recognized community organizations, NBA Cares continues to touch lives around the world. Relationships with these partners allow the NBA to support a variety of important social issues and causes, while also being able to highlight the great work of these organizations. DWIGHT HOWARD Not all of the action will take place on the court as the NBA will celebrate its tradition and commitment to social responsibility with NBA Cares events taking place throughout NBA All-Star 2009. NBA Cares will partner with schools, government, and local non-profit organizations in Phoenix and surrounding areas to highlight the league’s grassroots and community initiatives that reach millions of young people and their parents while KOBE BRYANT providing critical resources to community-based programs. NBA Cares works with internationally-recognized youth-serving programs that support education, youth and family development, and health-related causes. The NBA family is committed to giving back to the community, driven by the unique opportunity to make a difference in the lives of others.

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“Throughout the country, everybody’s a neighbor. For us, this is what it’s all about.” , For more information on these organizations, the NBA’s latest community outreach efforts, and how you can help, log on to: www.nba.com/cares. This year’s shooters from the stripe are led by some familiar faces mixed in with some hotshot young aces. One thing they all have in common? They can all shoot the rock. The Orlando Magic’s has led the league BEFORE THE DUNK IS DUNKED BEFORE THE ALLEY IS OOPED for much of the first half, drilling an average of over BEFORE IT RAINS FROM DOWNTOWN AND BEFORE THE CHEERLEADERS CHEER two treys per game. Lewis makes it a no-win situation for teams who collapse their defenses on dominating Dwight Howard in the paint. THERE IS One of the sweetest shooters for more than a decade, Ray Allen of the World Champion Boston Celtics continues to knock down his shots from downtown at a prolific pace. Allen not only takes as many threes as anyone in the game, but he also RASHARD makes more of them too. LEWIS has not only provided ballast for the surprising Hawks with his on-court savvy PROUD SPONSOR OF BASKETBALL EVERYWHERE and steady distribution of the ball, he’s also been hitting the hoop at an impressive 40% clip to keep the young team’s offense well- balanced and difficult to defend. The Pacers one-man wrecking-crew, Danny Granger, has a wicked three- point shot in his diverse arsenal. Coming on strong in his fourth year out MIKE of New Mexico, Granger has become BIBBY the centerpiece for the Pacers.

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