The 1955 NBA All-Star Game was the fifth edition of the National Basketball Association's annual All‑Star exhibition contest. It was played on Tuesday, January 18, 1955, at Madison Square Garden in New York City. The Western Conference team defeated the Eastern Conference team by a score of 100–91.
Game details
| Item | Information |
|---|---|
| Date | January 18, 1955 |
| Venue | Madison Square Garden, New York, New York |
| Attendance | Insufficient Encyclopedic Information |
| Final score | West 100, East 91 |
| Most Valuable Player | Bill Sharman (West) |
| Broadcast | NBC (national television) |
| Officials | Insufficient Encyclopedic Information |
| Coaches | Insufficient Encyclopedic Information |
MVP performance
Bill Sharman, representing the Boston Celtics and the Western Conference, was named the Most Valuable Player. He contributed 15 points, several assists, and strong defensive play, which were highlighted by contemporary accounts as pivotal to the West's victory.
Context and significance
The 1955 contest continued the NBA's tradition of showcasing the league's leading talent in a mid‑season exhibition. Held at the iconic Madison Square Garden, the game attracted a large regional audience and was televised nationally, helping to raise the profile of professional basketball in the United States during the league's early growth period.
Rosters
Both conference rosters were selected by a combination of fan voting and coach selections, featuring many Hall‑of‑Fame players of the era, including Bob Cousy, George Mikan, and Dolph Schayes. Full player listings are documented in contemporary NBA records.