Stars watch NBA All-Star Game

Justin Bieber, Jay-Z, Beyonce Knowles and John Legend were amongst the celebrities in attendance for the 60th NBA All-Star Game, while Rihanna, Kanye West and Lenny Kravitz performed at half-time.

Justin Bieber made the most of being sat beside stunning Rihanna by chatting her up all night.

Other stars in attendance at Sunday’s game at the Staples Center in Los Angeles included Arnold Schwarzenegger, Ciara, Gabrielle Union, Spike Lee, Snoop Dogg, Sean Combs, Steve Tyler, Dustin Hoffman, Lil’ Wayne, Gene Simmons, Ellen Pompeo, Kelen Lutz, Drake and Piers Morgan.

The celebrities though had turned up to watch the stars on the court and the National Basketball Association’s best did not disappoint. Kobe Bryant led the Western Conference All-Stars past their Eastern Conference opponents in a high-scoring 148-143 game.

Los Angeles Lakers guard, Bryant, who played in London in October as part of NBA Europe Live, scored 37 points and added 14 rebounds to take the MVP award in front of his home fans.

The Eastern Conference put up an impressive fight and produced a fantastic comeback to nearly snatch a victory. LeBron James, of the Miami Heat, was particularly impressive recording a triple double. He had 29 points, 12 rebounds and 10 assists.

The 2012 NBA All-Star Game is set for Orlando, Florida.