While the NBA All-Star Game doesnāt have a true purpose, meaning the winner doesnāt get anything more than some cash and recognition, getting an All-Star nodis one of the biggest honors in the Association.
Needless to say, thereās no shortage of talent when it comes to the NBA, meaning there are always multiple snubs from the big game. Still, sometimes, some players ball out in such an impressive way that thereās nochance they donāt get selected.
Now that the All-Star Game is just around the corner, some young players will finally get their first opportunity to make an appearance. Or at least they should. Here, we let you know who those young men are.
NBA Rumors: 3 Young Players Who Should Be First-Time All-Stars
3. DeāAaron Fox
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The Sacramento Kings look poised to end their league-worst postseason drought once and for all. And while Domantas Sabonis gets plenty of credit for thatā and rightfully so, DeāAaron Fox might have finally taken that leap forward.
The Kentucky product has been one of the flashiest players in the league this season. His speed, playmaking, and athleticism make him a one-man show, averaging 23.8 points, 4.5 rebounds, 6.0 assists, and 1.3 three-pointers on 50% from the floor.
2. Tyrese Haliburton
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Tyrese Haliburton is proving that he can be a franchise cornerstone. Heās leading the league in total assists, all while rarely turning the ball over and making a fool out of defenders with his versatile scoring skills.
Haliburton has the rebuilding Indiana Pacers way ahead of schedule and is the main reason why theyāre in playoff contention right now. Thus far, heās averaging 20.3 points, 4.0 rebounds, 10.3 assists, 1.8 steals, and 3.0 triples a night on 48/40/88 shooting splits.
1. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander
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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has scored more points than Paul George and Kawhi Leonard combined, sothe Los Angeles Clippers may regret that trade now. Heās been a driving force on both ends of the floor.
While the Oklahoma City Thunder may be a ways away from contention, Shai is blossoming as a two-way superstar. Throughout the season, heās averaged 30.8 points, 4.8 rebounds, 5.6 assists, 1.6 steals, and 1.0 three-pointers per game on 50% shooting.
