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sports2 years ago

"Early NBA All-Star Voting Surprises: Top Picks and Unexpected Snubs"

New York Knicks players Jalen Brunson and Julius Randle are facing an uphill battle in fan voting for the 2024 NBA All-Star Game. Despite Brunson's career-high stats and Randle's scoring streak, neither has secured a top spot in the first round of voting results. Fan votes, which account for 50% of the selection for All-Star starters, have left Randle completely out of the top-voted players and Brunson outside the top five Eastern Conference guards. The All-Star Game will return to the traditional East vs. West format and will be held at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis on February 18.

via Posting and Toasting|
##basketball#jalenbrunson
sports2 years ago

"2024 NBA All-Star Fan Voting Insights: Leaders, Surprises, and Team Dominance"

The first round of fan voting for the 2024 NBA All-Star Game has LeBron James and Giannis Antetokounmpo leading in their conferences, with Tyrese Haliburton and the Eastern frontcourt trio of Giannis, Embiid, and Tatum receiving praise for their rightful spots. However, fans are criticized for not recognizing Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's MVP-level performance over Stephen Curry, Joel Embiid's deserving lead in votes, De'Aaron Fox's standout season, and the omission of Devin Booker despite his high level of play. The All-Star Game will return to the East vs. West format and take place on February 18 in Indianapolis.

via SB Nation|
##basketball#fanvoting
sports2 years ago

"LeBron James and Giannis Antetokounmpo Dominate Early NBA All-Star Fan Votes"

LeBron James and Giannis Antetokounmpo lead the first round of NBA All-Star voting, with Antetokounmpo as the top overall vote-getter. If selected, James would achieve a record 20th All-Star selection. Other top vote-getters include Joel Embiid, Jayson Tatum, Kevin Durant, and Nikola Jokic. Tyrese Haliburton and Luka Doncic are leading the backcourt votes in their respective conferences. The All-Star Game will return to the traditional East vs. West format, moving away from the captain's pick system used since 2018.

via ESPN|
##allstarvoting#basketball
sports2 years ago

"Early All-Star Votes Highlight Lakers' Reaves and Celtics' Strong Showing; LeBron and Giannis Lead Pack"

Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves has surprisingly broken into the top 10 in Western Conference guard voting for the NBA All-Star Game, despite not being a consistent starter this season. With fan votes only accounting for 50% of the selection process, it's unlikely Reaves will make the All-Star team, but his popularity among fans is evident. The next fan voting update is on January 11, and fans can vote until January 20, with the All-Star game scheduled for February 18 in Indianapolis.

via Silver Screen and Roll |
##austinreaves#basketball
sports2 years ago

"LeBron James and Giannis Antetokounmpo Dominate Early NBA All-Star Fan Votes"

LeBron James and Giannis Antetokounmpo are leading the first fan returns for the 2024 NBA All-Star Game voting, representing the Western and Eastern Conferences respectively. Fans, who contribute 50% of the vote for All-Star starters, can cast their votes through the NBA App and NBA.com, with certain days allowing votes to count triple. The voting period will conclude on January 20, and the All-Star Game is scheduled for February 18 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. NBA players and a media panel will also have a say in the voting, each accounting for 25%. The next fan voting update is set for January 11.

via NBA.com|
##basketball#fanvoting
sports2 years ago

"LeBron and Giannis Dominate Early NBA All-Star 2024 Fan Voting"

The 2024 NBA All-Star Game is approaching, and the Western Conference starters are a hot topic. Luka Doncic and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander are the top picks for the backcourt, while Nikola Jokic, Kevin Durant, and LeBron James are leading the frontcourt selections. Despite stiff competition and notable omissions like Stephen Curry and Anthony Edwards, these players have shown exceptional performance and are considered indispensable to their teams. Durant and James continue to defy age with their outstanding play, and Jokic is making a strong case with his all-around contributions and triple-double count.

via NBA.com|
##kevindurant#lebronjames
sports2 years ago

"LeBron and Giannis Dominate Early Picks for 2024 NBA All-Star Starters"

NBA writers have reached a consensus on the Eastern Conference starters for the 2024 NBA All-Star Game, with Tyrese Haliburton, Joel Embiid, Giannis Antetokounmpo, and Jayson Tatum being clear choices. The second backcourt spot alongside Haliburton is debated, with Trae Young, Jalen Brunson, Donovan Mitchell, and Tyrese Maxey all in contention. Embiid's scoring prowess, Antetokounmpo's double-doubles, and Tatum's leadership on the Celtics solidify their spots, while Haliburton's breakout season earns him a starting nod.

via NBA.com|
##giannisantetokounmpo#jaysontatum