NBA Cancels Steph Curry-Sabrina Ionescu 3-Point Contest Rematch

The NBA cites challenges in surpassing last year's success as the reason for not holding the popular event during All-Star Weekend in San Francisco.

The NBA announced that the highly anticipated rematch between Stephen Curry and Sabrina Ionescu will not take place during this year's All-Star Weekend.
Last year's contest in Indianapolis was widely praised as the highlight of the weekend, with Curry narrowly defeating Ionescu 29-26 in a thrilling showdown.
Attempts to elevate the format, including adding Caitlin Clark and Klay Thompson to create a 2-on-2 competition, fell through after Clark declined participation, preferring to debut in the WNBA's All-Star contest this summer.
The event's cancellation has drawn criticism, especially given its potential for showcasing gender equity in sports and its popularity with fans.
The NBA has shifted its focus to a new All-Star Sunday format, though the decision has disappointed many who viewed the Curry-Ionescu event as a unique and meaningful addition to All-Star festivities.