Who Won More Nba All Star Games – East or West?
We’re taking a look at which conference has won more NBA All-Star Games – the Eastern Conference or the Western Conference.
Introduction
Since the NBA All-Star game began in 1951, a total of 80 games have been played. Of those 80 games, the Eastern Conference has won 38 while the Western Conference has won 42. That means the Western Conference has won approximately 53% of all NBA All-Star games.
Background
The NBA All-Star Game is an annual exhibition game played by the best players in the National Basketball Association (NBA). The game was first held in 1951 and has been held every year since. Since its inception, the game has been held in a different city each year.
The format of the game has also changed over time. In the early years, the game was played between teams representing the Eastern and Western Conference of the NBA. However, since 1988, the game has been played between teams selected by two All-Star captains.
So, who has won more NBA All-Star Games – East or West? Let’s take a look at the numbers.
All Star Game Results by Conference
The National Basketball Association (NBA) All-Star Game is a basketball exhibition game hosted every February by the National Basketball Association (NBA). It is the featured event of the NBA All-Star Weekend. Players from the two teams that competed in the previous year’s NBA Finals are selected to the All-Star Game.
East
In the history of the NBA All-Star Game, the Eastern Conference has won 35 times and the Western Conference has won 30 times.
West
In the 65-year history of the NBA All-Star Game, the Western Conference has accumulated a 34-31 record against the Eastern Conference.
Analysis
In the history of the NBA, the Eastern Conference has won 33 All-Star Games and the Western Conference has won 27 All-Star Games. The East has had more success in recent years, winning seven of the last ten All-Star Games.
Conclusion
Between the two conferences, the West has won 38 All-Star Games while the East has only won 34. So, in conclusion, the West has had more success in the NBA All-Star Game than the East.
