All-Star Voting Begins

Voting starts at 5pm this Tuesday in Spain. NBA All-Star Starting FiveFans can exercise their right to vote daily through the mobile application and the official portal of the contest. nba.com, December 20th to January 22nd.

The 6 days during the Popularity Poll will be tripled, the first of which is December 25th, Christmas Day.

72nd NBA All-Star will be held on February 19th Salt Lake City, home of the Utah Jazz. Fan votes count towards his 50% when choosing the starting five players for the All-Star Game, with the remaining 50% covered by the same players as the media panel (in some cases he is 25%, in others twenty five%).

Besides Christmas Day 3×1 special day It will take place on January 1, January 6, 13, 16 and 20, 2023. The results will be announced in the early hours of Friday the 27th through one of the most watched programs in the United States. NBA on TNT.

League coaches are responsible for selecting the All-Star Reserve as usual. These will be officially announced on February 2nd.

All-Star Untouchables

From Jokic to LeBron

Between an MVP candidate and an established star like LeBron James, the gap to fill an All-Star quintet is minimal. In the Western Conference, it’s no surprise that Stephen Curry (Warriors) and Luka Doncic (Mavericks) are on the outside. The spotlight points to Zion Williamson (Pelicans), but there are more questions on the third hole. The Eastern Conference also has a lot of games. Outside, Jayson Tatum (Celtics) and Donovan Mitchell (Cavaliers) have a lot of numbers. Inside, Kevin Durant (Nets), Giannis Antetokounmpo (Bucks) and Joel Embiid (Sixers) have been named as fan favorites.

Others with Merits

From Booker to Garland

Frankly, it’s hard to sneak into the quintet’s final selection, but there are plenty of players to consider in the vote. Thunder) and other players outside the West are some of them. Inside: Lori Markkanen (Jazz), Domantas Sabonis (Kings), Paul George (Clippers) and Anthony Davis (Lakers) will be on the ballot. Moving east: Tyrese Halliburton (Pacers), Jaylen Brown (Celtics), Pascal Siakam (Raptors) are finishing a very good year. Jimmy Butler (Heat), Trae Young (Hawks), James Harden (Sixers) and Darius Garland (Cavaliers) have also pointed to picks.