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The sentiment that players are not putting forth enough effort during the exhibition is widely echoed. Analysts pointed out that many players appear to practice with more intensity in the summer league compared to the All-Star Game. Perkins emphasized that while it’s understandable that players don’t need to exert themselves as they would in regular season games, some semblance of effort is expected. He referenced a notable All-Star Game from 2018 where players demonstrated energy and competitiveness, suggesting that such enthusiasm should be the norm.