Toronto officially announced as 2016 All-Star Game host
The NBA has officially announced that Toronto will host the 2016 All-Star Game.
My privilege to announce the 2016 all star game will be held in Toronto, Canada -- Adam Silver #raptors #nba #rtz
— Eric Smith (@Eric__Smith) September 30, 2013
The announcement marks a historic day for the city of Toronto, as it will be the first time that the event is held outside of the United States.
It also holds special significance in regards to the history of the franchise itself.
20 years ago -- to the day -- the Raptors were awarded an nba franchise. #raptors #rtz #nba
— Eric Smith (@Eric__Smith) September 30, 2013