The NBA All-Star Game is around the corner, and the first fan vote returns have been unveiled. Here’s a breakdown of the key highlights and the current top vote-getters.
Fan Vote Structure
Between Dec. 19 and Jan. 20, fans can cast their votes for the 2024 NBA All-Star Game. Fan votes account for 50% of the total, with players and a media panel contributing the remaining 50%. Updates will be shared three times in January, and starters will be announced at the end of the month.
Top 10 Vote-Getters
The leading players in the initial vote returns are:
- Giannis Antetokounmpo — 2,171,812
- LeBron James — 2,008,394
- Joel Embiid — 1,844,025
- Kevin Durant — 1,807,394
- Jayson Tatum — 1,765,919
- Nikola Jokic — 1,636,041
- Luka Doncic — 1,452,733
- Stephen Curry — 1,394,980
- Tyrese Haliburton — 1,380,795
- Anthony Davis — 988,225
Potential Starters
If the voting concluded today, the starting lineup would look like this:
Eastern Conference:
- Tyrese Haliburton (Guard)
- Damian Lillard (Guard)
- Jayson Tatum (Frontcourt)
- Giannis Antetokounmpo (Frontcourt)
- Joel Embiid (Frontcourt)
Western Conference:
- Stephen Curry (Guard)
- Luka Doncic (Guard)
- LeBron James (Frontcourt)
- Kevin Durant (Frontcourt)
- Nikola Jokic (Frontcourt)
Closest Races
The tightest race is for the second guard spot in the Eastern Conference, with Tyrese Haliburton leading, closely followed by Damian Lillard and Trae Young. The Western Conference guards, featuring Luka Doncic, Stephen Curry, and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, is another closely contested battle.
Notable Mentions
Victor Wembanyama, Chet Holmgren, and Alperen Sengun made the top 10 in the Western Conference frontcourt. Derrick White gained attention, receiving votes and sparking discussions about his All-Star potential.
Upcoming Updates
Further updates on fan voting will be provided on the following Thursdays in January:
- Thursday, Jan. 11: Second fan vote return
- Thursday, Jan. 18: Final fan vote return
All-Star Game Details
The 2024 NBA All-Star Game starters will be disclosed on Thursday, Jan. 25, during TNT NBA Tip-Off. The game is set for Sunday, Feb. 18, at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, IN, with tip-off scheduled for 8:30 p.m. ET. NBA head coaches will reveal the chosen reserves on Thursday, Feb. 1.
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