As anticipation builds for the upcoming 2024 NBA All-Star Game, discussions surrounding the selection of starters and reserves are gaining momentum. The announcement of the starters is set for Thursday, with intriguing debates expected, especially regarding fan-voted Trae Young’s position in the East starting lineup. A week later, the revelation of reserves will likely stir up some controversy and disappointment among fanbases.
Here are the predictions for the starters and reserves in both the Eastern and Western Conferences. The selection process involves a combination of fan votes (50%), player votes (25%), and media votes (25%) for starters. Reserves, on the other hand, are chosen by NBA coaches, who must select two guards, three frontcourt players, and have two wild card selections.
2024 NBA All-Star Game: Starters and Reserves Predictions Unveiled
Eastern Conference All-Stars:
Starters:
- Donovan Mitchell (Cavaliers)
- Tyrese Haliburton (Pacers)
- Giannis Antetokounmpo (Bucks)
- Joel Embiid (76ers)
- Jayson Tatum (Celtics)
Reserves:
- Jalen Brunson (Knicks)
- Tyrese Maxey (76ers)
- Bam Adebayo (Heat)
- Paolo Banchero (Magic)
- Julius Randle (Knicks)
- Trae Young (Hawks) [Wild Card]
- Jaylen Brown (Celtics) [Wild Card]
Snubs:
- Damian Lillard (Bucks)
- Kristaps Porzingis (Celtics)
- Mikal Bridges (Nets)
- Pascal Siakam (Pacers)
- Derrick White (Celtics)
Western Conference All-Stars:
Starters:
- Luka Doncic (Mavericks)
- Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (Thunder)
- Nikola Jokic (Nuggets)
- Kevin Durant (Suns)
- LeBron James (Lakers)
Reserves:
- Stephen Curry (Warriors)
- Anthony Edwards (Trail Blazers)
- Anthony Davis (Lakers)
- Kawhi Leonard (Clippers)
- Lauri Markkanen (Jazz)
- De’Aaron Fox (Kings) [Wild Card]
- Devin Booker (Suns) [Wild Card]
Snubs:
- Jamal Murray (Nuggets)
- Paul George (Clippers)
- Brandon Ingram (Pelicans)
- Zion Williamson (Pelicans)
- Rudy Gobert (Timberwolves)
- Alpren Şengün (Rockets)
The predictions reflect tough decisions, especially in the competitive Western Conference, where strong performances and team contributions played a significant role in determining the All-Star lineup.
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