Luka Doncic has been named a starter for the NBA All-Star Game, marking his sixth selection in just eight seasons. The announcement came on Monday, highlighting Doncic’s remarkable performance this season as he leads the league in scoring with an impressive average of 33.3 points per game. The Slovenian guard was the top vote-getter among all players across both conferences.
Joining Doncic as starters for the Western Conference are Nikola Jokic from the Denver Nuggets, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander of the Oklahoma City Thunder, Stephen Curry of the Golden State Warriors, and Victor Wembanyama from the San Antonio Spurs. On the other side, Milwaukee Bucks center Giannis Antetokounmpo led the Eastern Conference in votes, despite his team’s struggles early in the season. He will be joined by Jalen Brunson of the New York Knicks, Jaylen Brown of the Boston Celtics, Cade Cunningham of the Detroit Pistons, and Tyrese Maxey of the Philadelphia 76ers.
Voting Breakdown and Game Details
Doncic secured his starting position with significant support, being the number one choice among fans, second overall by the media, and sixth by fellow players, resulting in a weighted score of 2.5. In comparison, Jokic achieved the highest weighted score of 1.75, receiving the top spot from players and a second-place finish in both fan and media voting.
The NBA All-Star Game is set to take place on February 15, 2024, at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California. The entire All-Star Weekend will occur from February 13 to 15, drawing basketball fans from around the world.
Before joining the Lakers, Doncic played for the Dallas Mavericks, where he also earned five All-Star selections and was a five-time All-NBA first team honoree. His transition to the Lakers has been closely followed as he continues to make an impact in his new role.
As the excitement builds for this year’s All-Star Weekend, Doncic’s performance and popularity continue to resonate with fans, solidifying his status as one of the league’s premier talents.
