Oct 05, 2008 6:25 PM EST

Projected candidates to host the 2010 NBA All-Star Game include Dallas, Toronto, Charlotte, and New York.

"There are several places that we're considering," said Commissioner David Stern. "We are aiming to have a decision shortly after the season starts."

Dallas appears to be the front-runner. There has been a proposal to have the game at the new Cowboys' Stadium, which would allow all the Mavericks season ticket-holders to be able to attend.

"Really don't have any idea what our chances are, or what happens [venue-wise] if we do get it in a few years," said Mavericks' owner Mark Cuban.

Via Boston Globe