NEW ORLEANS - U.S. Army Sgt. 1st Class Arthur Hawkins prepares to take a shot during the NBA’s Rising Stars Challenge Practice at the Earnest N. Morial Convention Center, New Orleans, La., Feb. 14, 2014. The NBA invited members of the Armed Forces community to participate in its All-Star weekend activities to highlight the military’s presence and support in the New Orleans area. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Chantell Black)