2024 NBA All-Star Starters Revealed | NBA on TNT

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25 Jan 202414:41

Summary

TLDRDuring the NBA Tip-Off show, TNT analysts Charles Barkley, Kenny Smith, and Shaquille O'Neal announced the 2024 NBA All-Star Game starters. The fan, player, and media voting breakdown was revealed for the Eastern and Western Conference player selections. There was debate over some close votes like Jaylen Brunson nearly beating out Damian Lillard. The analysts shared opinions on the selections and stats on players like Giannis, Jokic, and surprise starter Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. Special guest Luca Doncic was set to join the show next to provide commentary as an All-Star starter.

Takeaways

😀 The script reveals the 2023 NBA All-Star starters announced by TNT analysts
🏀 Giannis, Embiid and Tatum named East frontcourt starters
⚡ Haliburton and Lillard selected as East backcourt starters
🏆 LeBron is named a captain and selected to his 20th All-Star game, most all-time
📈 Jokic, Durant and LeBron named West frontcourt starters
🎯 Luka and SGA chosen as West backcourt starters
👏 Jaylen Brunson just missed out on starting spot despite great year with Knicks
😕 Haliburton may miss game due to recent injury
🤔 Chuck thinks Knicks signing Brunson was one of greatest free agent moves ever
🏀 The starters were voted on by fans, players and media

Q & A

How are the NBA All-Star starters selected?
-The starters are selected through a weighted combination of fan votes (50%), player votes (25%), and media votes (25%).
Who are the 3 East frontcourt starters?
-The 3 East frontcourt starters are Giannis Antetokounmpo, Joel Embiid, and Jayson Tatum.
How many consecutive All-Star appearances does LeBron James have?
-LeBron James has 20 consecutive All-Star appearances, the most ever.
Who leads the NBA in triple-doubles this season?
-Nikola Jokic leads the league in triple-doubles this season with 13.
Who is the surprise starter in the West backcourt?
-Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is a bit of a surprise starter in the West backcourt in his 6th season.
What are Tyrese Haliburton's stats this season?
-Tyrese Haliburton is averaging 24 points, 13 assists and leads the league in assists before his hamstring injury.
What is Jaylen Brunson's case to be a starter?
-Jaylen Brunson is averaging 27 points, 4 rebounds and 6 assists for the Knicks. Chuck believes he has made the Knicks relevant again.
What historic scoring did Joel Embiid and Giannis Antetokounmpo have this season?
-Joel Embiid scored 70 points in a game this season. Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 64 points in a game against the Pacers.
Where is the 2024 All-Star game being played?
-The 2024 All-Star game is being played in Indianapolis.
Who are the 10 starting players across both conferences?
-The 10 starters are: Giannis Antetokounmpo, Joel Embiid, Jayson Tatum, Tyrese Haliburton, Damian Lillard, LeBron James, Kevin Durant, Nikola Jokic, Luka Doncic and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander.