The 1970 NBA All-Star Game was played at the

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, on January 20, 1970.

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was the replacement for the injured

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of the

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. The MVP was

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. The coaches were

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(East),

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(West). The game was broadcast by

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, with

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and

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commentating.

Team rosters

Eastern Conference

Western Conference

Score by periods

*Officials: Richie Powers and

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*Attendance: 15,244.

References

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