Excitement Builds for 2024 NBA All-Star Weekend in Indianapolis
As the basketball world gears up for the much-anticipated 2024 NBA All-Star Weekend, scheduled from Feb. 16-18, all eyes are on Indianapolis. Here's a comprehensive overview of what to expect, from the voting results to the star-studded rosters set to grace the court.
NBA All-Star Rosters Unveiled
The unveiling of the NBA All-Star Starters took place on Jan. 25 on TNT, followed by the announcement of reserves on Feb. 1. Let's delve into who secured their spots through fan, player, and media votes, as well as the selections made by the astute head coaches.
Western Conference Starters
- LeBron James (Los Angeles Lakers) - Captain
- Nikola Jokic (Denver Nuggets)
- Kevin Durant (Phoenix Suns)
- Luka Doncic (Dallas Mavericks)
- Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (Oklahoma City Thunder)
Western Conference Reserves
- Devin Booker (Phoenix Suns)
- Stephen Curry (Golden State Warriors)
- Anthony Davis (Los Angeles Lakers)
- Anthony Edwards (Minnesota Timberwolves)
- Paul George (LA Clippers)
- Kawhi Leonard (LA Clippers)
- Karl-Anthony Towns (Minnesota Timberwolves)
Eastern Conference Starters
- Giannis Antetokounmpo (Milwaukee Bucks) - Captain
- Jayson Tatum (Boston Celtics)
- Joel Embiid (Philadelphia 76ers) (*out due to injury*)
- Tyrese Haliburton (Indiana Pacers)
- Damian Lillard (Milwaukee Bucks)
Eastern Conference Reserves
- Bam Adebayo (Miami Heat)
- Paolo Banchero (Orlando Magic)
- Jaylen Brown (Boston Celtics)
- Jalen Brunson (New York Knicks)
- Tyrese Maxey (Philadelphia 76ers)
- Donovan Mitchell (Cleveland Cavaliers)
- Julius Randle (New York Knicks) (*out due to injury*)
Eastern Conference Injury Replacements
- Trae Young (Atlanta Hawks)
- Scottie Barnes (Toronto Raptors)
NBA Rising Stars Roster
Apart from the marquee All-Star game, the NBA Rising Stars Challenge promises excitement, featuring budding talents. The teams will be drafted from the following pool:
Sophomores
- Paolo Banchero (Orlando Magic)
- Dyson Daniels (New Orleans Pelicans)
- Jalen Duren (Detroit Pistons)
- Jaden Ivey (Detroit Pistons)
- Walker Kessler (Utah Jazz)
- Bennedict Mathurin (Indiana Pacers)
- Keegan Murray (Sacramento Kings)
- Shaedon Sharpe (Portland Trail Blazers)
- Jabari Smith Jr. (Houston Rockets)
- Jalen Williams (Oklahoma City Thunder)
Rookies
- Bilal Coulibaly (Washington Wizards)
- Keyonte George (Utah Jazz)
- Jordan Hawkins (New Orleans Pelicans)
- Scoot Henderson (Portland Trail Blazers)
- Chet Holmgren (Oklahoma City Thunder)
- Jaime Jaquez Jr. (Miami Heat)
- Dereck Lively II (Dallas Mavericks)
- Brandon Miller (Charlotte Hornets)
- Brandin Podziemski (Golden State Warriors)
- Cason Wallace (Oklahoma City Thunder)
- Victor Wembanyama (San Antonio Spurs)
G League Players
- Izan Almansa (G League Ignite)
- Matas Buzelis (G League Ignite)
- Ron Holland (G League Ignite)
- Mac McClung (Osceola Magic)
- Tyler Smith (G League Ignite)
- Oscar Tshiebwe (Indiana Mad Ants)
- Alondes Williams (Sioux Falls Skyforce)
Voting Mechanics and Timeline
The fervor of the NBA All-Star voting commenced on Dec. 19, 2023, and concluded on Jan. 20, 2024. Fans cast their votes through the NBA app or NBA.com, with select days offering triple voting power.
Save the Date
Circle your calendars for the main event, the 2024 NBA All-Star Game, scheduled for Sunday, Feb. 18, 2024, tipping off at 8 p.m. ET in Indianapolis, Indiana. Stay tuned for a weekend packed with electrifying basketball action and memorable moments.
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