On February 19, 1995, one of the most iconic moments in NBA All-Star Game history took place in Phoenix, Arizona. The game was a closely contested affair between the East and West teams, with the score tied at 120-120 in the final seconds of regulation.
With just 1.1 seconds left on the clock, the East team had possession of the ball. Anfernee "Penny" Hardaway inbounded the ball to Scottie Pippen, who was positioned near the top of the key. Pippen quickly turned and passed the ball to Reggie Miller, who was standing on the right wing.
Miller caught the ball and immediately turned to face the basket. With time running out, he launched a high-arcing shot over the outstretched arms of defender Mitch Richmond. The ball seemed to hang in the air for an eternity before finally swishing through the net as the buzzer sounded, giving the East team a thrilling 123-120 victory.
The play was a testament to Miller's incredible shooting ability and clutch performance under pressure. He finished the game with 12 points off the bench, none more important than the final three that secured the win for the East.
The 1995 All-Star Game also featured a number of other memorable moments, including a halftime ceremony honoring the 50 greatest players in NBA history. Among those honored were legends like Michael Jordan, Magic Johnson, and Larry Bird, who had all left an indelible mark on the game of basketball.
But it was Miller's buzzer-beater that stole the show and cemented his place in All-Star Game lore. The shot remains one of the most iconic moments in the history of the event and a testament to the incredible talent and competitiveness of the NBA's best players.
