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  • Giannis Antetokounmpo, Nikola Jokić lead in 3rd fan returns of NBA All-Star Voting presented by AT&T


    Giannis Antetokounmpo has collected 3.4 million votes through the 3rd fan returns in All-Star voting, which ranks No. 1.

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    Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo and Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokić continue to lead the Eastern and Western Conferences, respectively, in the third fan returns of NBA All-Star Voting 2025 presented by AT&T.

    NBA All-Star Voting 2025 presented by AT&T will conclude on Monday, Jan. 20 at 11:59 p.m. ET.  Tomorrow (Friday, Jan. 17) and Monday will be the final two “3-for-1 Days,” when each vote by fans with NBA ID counts three times.

    The starters for the 2025 NBA All-Star Game will be revealed by TNT on Thursday, Jan. 23 at 7 p.m. ET.  NBA ID members account for 50% of the vote to determine the starters, and current NBA players and a media panel account for 25% each.

    In the third fan returns, Antetokounmpo continues to lead the East frontcourt and is followed by Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum in second place and New York Knicks center-forward Karl-Anthony Towns in third place.  At East guard, the Charlotte Hornets’ LaMelo Ball and the Cleveland Cavaliers’ Donovan Mitchell remain in first and second place, respectively.

    In the West, the top three frontcourt spots are held by Jokić (No. 1), Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (No. 2) and Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant (No. 3), with James moving ahead of Durant by 92,444 votes. The Oklahoma City Thunder’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander still leads among West guards and the Golden State Warriors’ Stephen Curry is in second place.

    Below are the top 10 vote-getters by position group in the second fan returns.

    NBA All-Star Voting

    NBA All-Star Voting presented by AT&T, the Official 5G Wireless Network of the NBA, tipped off on Thursday, Dec. 19 at 10 a.m. ET and concludes on Monday, Jan. 20 at 11:59 p.m. ET, giving fans the opportunity to vote for the NBA All-Star Game starters via the NBA App and NBA.com with their NBA ID.

    NBA ID, which offers fans benefits and rewards from the league and its partners, is free to join here. Voters in the United States will be automatically entered into the NBA ID All-Star Voting Sweepstakes presented by AT&T for the opportunity to win a trip to the San Francisco Bay Area for NBA All-Star 2025.

    During the voting period, NBA ID members can submit one full ballot each day via the NBA App and the NBA.com voting page (NBA.com/vote). One full ballot comprises three frontcourt players and two guards from both the Eastern Conference and the Western Conference. All current NBA players will be available for selection.

    On six special “3-for-1 Days,” NBA ID members’ votes will count three times. These days, from 12:01 a.m. ET – 11:59 p.m. ET, will take place on Saturday, Dec. 21, Wednesday, Dec. 25, Friday, Jan. 3, Friday, Jan. 10, Friday, Jan. 17 and Monday, Jan. 20 (the final day of voting).

    Fan voting updates will be shared on the first three Thursdays in January (Jan. 2, 9 and 16). TNT will reveal the NBA All-Star Game starters on Thursday, Jan. 23 and the reserves on Thursday, Jan. 30.

    Current NBA players and a media panel will continue to join fans in selecting the NBA All-Star Game starters. Each player and media member will be able to complete one full ballot during the voting period.

    After all votes for NBA All-Star Game starters are tallied, players will be ranked in each conference by position (guard and frontcourt) within each of the three voting groups – fan votes, player votes and media votes. Each player’s score will be calculated by averaging his weighted rank from the fan votes, the player votes and the media votes. The two guards and three frontcourt players with the best score in each conference will be named NBA All-Star Game starters. Fan voting will serve as the tiebreaker for players in a position group with the same score.





    In the latest update of NBA All-Star voting, Giannis Antetokounmpo and Nikola Jokić are leading the pack in the third fan returns. Antetokounmpo, the reigning NBA Finals MVP and two-time league MVP, continues to dominate the Eastern Conference frontcourt voting. On the other hand, Jokić, the reigning NBA MVP, is leading the Western Conference frontcourt voting.

    Fans have until January 20th to cast their votes for their favorite players to participate in the 2022 NBA All-Star Game, which will take place in Cleveland on February 20th. So make sure to show your support for Giannis Antetokounmpo, Nikola Jokić, and your other favorite players by casting your votes now! #NBAAllStarVoting #GiannisAntetokounmpo #NikolaJokić #AT&T

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  • And-Ones: All-Star Voting, NBAGL Standouts, Diamond Sports, Rookies

    And-Ones: All-Star Voting, NBAGL Standouts, Diamond Sports, Rookies


    MVP candidates Giannis Antetokounmpo of the Bucks and Nikola Jokic of the Nuggets are the leading vote-getters in their respective conferences in the first All-Star fan voting results announced by the NBA on Thursday (Twitter link).

    Jayson Tatum, Karl-Anthony Towns, Kevin Durant, and LeBron James are the other stars who rank among the top three frontcourt players in their respective conferences. In the backcourt, LaMelo Ball and Donovan Mitchell lead the way in the East, while Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Luka Doncic are the top vote-getters in the West.

    Fan voting counts for 50% of the total to determine All-Star starters, with players and the media each getting 25%. The fan vote will close on January 20.

    Here are a few more odds and ends from around the basketball world:

    • What do Trey Burke, T.J. Warren, and Jaylen Nowell have in common? They’re NBA veterans who are thriving this season in the G League and making strong cases for call-ups as the 10-day contract window for 2025 opens on Sunday, Keith Smith of Spotrac writes. Smith and Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca (Twitter link) also identify some other G League players who deserve to be considered for NBA promotions, with Valley Suns guard Jaden Shackelford topping Murphy’s list.
    • Diamond Sports Group announced on Thursday that it has exited bankruptcy and will be known as Main Street Sports Group going forward, tweets Mike Vorkunov of The Athletic. The company that was once $9 billion in debt has reduced that figure to $200MM, Vorkunov adds. Diamond Sports Group’s regional sports networks – once known as Bally Sports and now branded as FanDuel Sports Network – broadcast games locally for 13 NBA teams.
    • Kelly Iko and Sam Vecenie of The Athletic discuss their impressions of some of the notable members of the 2024 rookie class from the Southwest Division, including Spurs guard Stephon Castle, Grizzlies teammates Zach Edey and Jaylen Wells, and Rockets guard Reed Sheppard. Vecenie explains that he’s not worried about Sheppard’s slow start because it’s rare for one-and-done rookies to make an impact for a team like Houston, the West’s No. 3 seed.



    And-Ones: All-Star Voting, NBAGL Standouts, Diamond Sports, Rookies

    As the NBA All-Star voting heats up, fans are eagerly casting their ballots for their favorite players to represent their conference in the highly anticipated game. With exciting matchups and standout performances, the competition is fierce as players strive to earn their spot on the roster.

    In the NBA G League, several standouts are making a name for themselves with impressive performances on the court. From scoring leaders to defensive stalwarts, these players are proving themselves as potential future stars in the league.

    In the world of diamond sports, baseball and softball players are gearing up for another exciting season on the field. With new talent emerging and seasoned veterans looking to make their mark, the competition promises to be fierce as teams vie for championship glory.

    Meanwhile, in the NBA, this year’s rookie class is already making a splash with their impressive performances on the court. From high-flying dunks to clutch shots, these young players are showing that they have what it takes to compete at the highest level.

    Stay tuned for more updates on All-Star voting, NBAGL standouts, diamond sports, and rookies as the season progresses. It’s shaping up to be an exciting year in the world of sports!

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  • Where Steph, Warriors stars rank in NBA All-Star fan voting

    Where Steph, Warriors stars rank in NBA All-Star fan voting


    Where Steph, Warriors stars rank in NBA All-Star fan voting originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area

    With the NBA All-Star Game only a few weeks away, the league has released the first round of fan votes, with two Warriors making the list.

    Andrew Wiggins is eighth among frontcourt players, while Steph Curry is third among guards in the Western Conference.

    The All-Star starting lineup consists of three frontcourt players and two guards, with an additional seven reserves chosen by the head coaches of each team.

    Fan votes account for 50 percent of the All-Star vote, with the other half coming from NBA players and media members.

    Curry, a 10-time All-Star, sits behind only Luka Dončić of the Dallas Mavericks and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander of the Oklahoma City Thunder in the fan vote. With Dončić out with a severe calf strain, it’s not likely he will be able to suit up for the festivities on Feb. 14-16, which would put Curry in the starting lineup.

    Having the Golden State superstar in the starting lineup for the first All-Star Game in the history of Chase Center would be a magical moment.

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    The NBA All-Star fan voting results are in, and Warriors fans will be happy to see that Steph Curry and other Golden State stars are among the top vote-getters.

    Steph Curry, the two-time MVP and six-time All-Star, is currently leading the Western Conference guards in voting. His incredible scoring ability and leadership on the court have made him a fan favorite, and it’s no surprise to see him at the top of the list.

    Joining Curry in the top of the voting standings are his teammates Draymond Green and Klay Thompson. Green, known for his defensive prowess and playmaking ability, is currently holding a strong position in the frontcourt voting. Thompson, despite being sidelined with injury, has garnered enough support to be among the top guards in the Western Conference.

    With the All-Star game just around the corner, it’s looking like the Warriors will be well-represented in the starting lineup. Fans can continue to vote for their favorite players until the final results are announced, but it’s clear that Steph Curry and his fellow Warriors stars are among the most popular choices.

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  • LeBron James, Stephen Curry 3rd at positions in NBA All-Star voting

    LeBron James, Stephen Curry 3rd at positions in NBA All-Star voting


    The NBA’s first round of All-Star voting was released Thursday afternoon, and in the latest sign of a transition in eras in the association, LeBron James and Stephen Curry rank third at their respective positions.

    James sits third overall in the West frontcourt voting — still in a starting spot — with 1.17 million votes, sitting behind Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic (1.4 million votes) and Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant (1.27 million), though James has a healthy lead for the third and final starting spot over Los Angeles Lakers teammate Anthony Davis and San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama, who each have over 900,000 votes cast.

    Golden State‘s Curry, meanwhile, could be finding himself coming off the bench for a second straight year out West, as he sits behind Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (1.05 million votes) and Dallas Mavericks guard Luka Doncic, whose 870,071 votes is about 60,000 ahead of Curry’s tally.

    Doncic, however, is out for the next several weeks with a calf strain, which could allow Curry to get himself back in the mix to start in his home All-Star Game in San Francisco in February.

    In the East, meanwhile, Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo — after snapping James’ seven-year streak as the top vote-getter last year — is leading all vote-getters again this year with 1.7 million votes cast thus far. He is followed by Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (1.38 million), who is on course to make his sixth consecutive All-Star Game, while New York Knicks center Karl-Anthony Towns had the third starting spot with just over 1 million votes.

    No other East frontcourt player has even half a million votes, putting those three in a very strong position to finish the voting in those three spots.

    The closest battle of all the position groups comes in the East backcourt, where LaMelo Ball, with just under a million votes, is in first, but Donovan Mitchell of the NBA-leading Cleveland Cavaliers is just 13,000 votes ahead of Bucks guard Damian Lillard for the second starting spot in the East.

    Jalen Brunson is in fourth with just under 500,000 votes, and Trae Young is fifth with just over 350,000.

    Voting totals will be updated again Jan. 9 and Jan. 16, with voting concluding on Monday, Jan. 20. Fan voting makes up 50% of the voting when it comes to who starts, with media and player voting accounting for 25% each.

    The starters for both conferences will be announced Jan. 23, and the reserves will be unveiled a week later.



    The NBA All-Star voting results are in and two of the league’s biggest stars, LeBron James and Stephen Curry, have landed in 3rd place at their respective positions.

    LeBron James, a 17-time All-Star and one of the greatest players of all time, received the 3rd most votes among Western Conference forwards. Despite his impressive resume and continued dominance on the court, James found himself behind Kevin Durant and Nikola Jokic in the voting this year.

    On the other hand, Stephen Curry, a 7-time All-Star and one of the best shooters in NBA history, also finished in 3rd place among Western Conference guards. Curry, who has been putting up incredible numbers this season, was edged out by Luka Doncic and Ja Morant in the voting.

    While both LeBron James and Stephen Curry may not have secured the top spot in All-Star voting this year, there is no doubt that they will still be major attractions at the All-Star Game and will continue to showcase their incredible talent on the court.

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  • NBA All-Star voting 2025: What fans got right and wrong on early ballots

    NBA All-Star voting 2025: What fans got right and wrong on early ballots


    There are always more deserving players for the NBA All-Star Game than there are spots on the team. As the league changes to a bizarre new All-Star format this season, the voting for the starters remains the same. Three front-court players and two backcourt players will be chosen from each conference, with the fan vote making up 50 percent of the final tally, and the player vote and media vote making up the other 25 percent each.

    The first round of fan voting has been released for the 2025 NBA All-Star Game, and there are already some big hits and misses. The league will release two more updates this month before the starters are revealed on Thursday, Jan. 23. The All-Star reserves will be announced on Jan. 30. Read our take the new NBA All-Star format here.

    The 2025 NBA All-Star Game will take place on Sun, Feb 16, 2025 at the Chase Center, home of the Golden State Warriors. Here’s a first look at 2025 NBA All-Star voting, with a breakdown of what the fans got right and wrong.

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    What fans got right in 2025 NBA All-Star Game voting so far

    • The Eastern Conference front-court is perfect: Lock it in right now: Giannis Antetokounmpo, Jayson Tatum, and Karl-Anthony Towns should all be starters in the Eastern Conference. Antetokounmpo is a serious MVP candidate right now, and you can make a case that he’s having the best year of his career after carrying the Bucks to the NBA Cup title. Tatum has been fantastic again for the Celtics, and is on his way to being named First-Team All-NBA for the fourth straight seasons. KAT has been as good as the Knicks could have hoped after swinging a bold trade for him just before the season started. The big man is averaging 25 points per game on stunning 66.2 percent true shooting while also leading the league in rebounding percentage. Other names need not apply, because this should be the East front-court.
    • Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is lapping the field for backcourt votes: The best guard in the NBA resides in Oklahoma City. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is currently in a too-close-to-call MVP race with Nikola Jokic, and he’s been carrying the Thunder to the top of the West after a significant hip injury to his top teammate, Chet Holmgren. SGA pops off for 30+ points seemingly every night with the league’s most unstoppable mid-range scoring package. It would have been understandable if Stephen Curry jumped him in voting with the game taking place at his home arena, but the fans did well to recognize Gilgeous-Alexander’s greatness.
    • Donovan Mitchell deserves to be rewarded for the Cavs’ amazing start: The Cleveland Cavaliers have been the best team in the NBA to start the year with a 29-4 record to begin the season. Part of the reason the Cavs are so good is because they don’t need Mitchell to carry such a heavy load this year thanks to the development of their other players. The star guard is averaging his fewest field goal attempts and points per game since his rookie year, but he’s still been outstanding in his opportunities. The Cavs could get as many as three All-Stars (and Jarrett Allen will probably help headline snub lists), but they deserve to have a starter, and Mitchell remains the obvious pick even with a downtick in usage.

    What fans got wrong in 2025 NBA All-Star Game voting so far

    • C’mon, LaMelo Ball should not be the East backcourt leading vote-getter: I’m as big of a LaMelo Ball guy as they come. I ranked him as the top prospect in the 2020 NBA Draft, and have been encouraged by his development ever since. Ball is having a fantastic year as one four players currently averaging more than 30 points per game, but he’s once again had trouble staying healthy and impacting winning. Charlotte’s record in games Ball has appeared in is only 6-16. He shouldn’t be starting ahead of Jalen Brunson in the East backcourt. Speaking of the East backcourt …
    • How did Darius Garland miss the top-10 of East backcourt voting? Garland has been sensational for Cleveland this year, and his return to stardom after a broken jaw last season is a major reason the Cavs have been so good thus far. I had to double-check this list to make sure I correctly read that Jordan Poole is in the top-10 of East backcourt voting, but Garland isn’t. Averaging 20.5 points and 6.7 assists per game while shooting 42.7 percent from three, Garland has a legit case to start for the East. He’s become one of the most underrated players in the league.
    • Victor Wembanyama should be starting this game for the West: It’s hard to get too mad at the fans for wanting to see LeBron James and Kevin Durant, though. Wemby has been better than both by establishing himself as the best defender in the league before he’s old enough to walk into a bar. He’s a clear All-NBA candidate this year, and he’s going to give the Spurs a chance to make the playoffs. Wemby is going to a long run of MVP contention coming up, and we don’t know how many more times we’ll see LeBron and KD in the All-Star Game. The young Spurs star should be a starter, but I’m not too mad about it. While we’re at it, someone please get Jaren Jackson Jr. a few more votes, because he’s been phenomenal for the Grizzlies this year.



    The NBA All-Star voting for 2025 is in full swing, and fans have already cast their early ballots for their favorite players. As always, there are some surprises and some snubs in the voting results. Let’s take a look at what fans got right and wrong on the early ballots.

    One of the biggest surprises on the early ballots is the inclusion of several young up-and-coming players who have been putting up impressive numbers this season. Players like Zion Williamson, Luka Doncic, and LaMelo Ball have all received a significant number of votes, showing that fans are recognizing the talent and potential of these rising stars.

    However, there are also some notable snubs in the early voting results. Some established veterans who have been playing at a high level this season, such as LeBron James and Kevin Durant, have not received as many votes as expected. It seems that fans may be more focused on the new and exciting players in the league, rather than the proven stars.

    Overall, the early NBA All-Star voting for 2025 has been a mix of surprises and disappointments. It will be interesting to see how the final rosters shape up as the voting continues and the coaches make their selections. Who do you think deserves a spot in the All-Star game this year? Let us know in the comments below.

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  • LeBron James, Stephen Curry 3rd at positions in NBA All-Star voting

    LeBron James, Stephen Curry 3rd at positions in NBA All-Star voting


    The NBA’s first round of All-Star voting was released Thursday afternoon, and in the latest sign of a transition in eras in The Association, both LeBron James and Stephen Curry rank third at their respective positions.

    James sits third overall in the West frontcourt voting — still in a starting spot — with 1.17 million votes, sitting behind Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic, with 1.4 million votes, and Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant, with 1.27 million, though James has a healthy lead for the third and final starting spot over his Lakers teammate, Anthony Davis, and San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama, who are both over 900,000 votes cast.

    Curry, meanwhile, could be finding himself coming off the bench for a second straight year out West, as he sits behind Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (1.05 million votes) and Dallas Mavericks guard Luka Doncic (870,071), putting him about 60,000 votes ahead of Curry for third.

    Doncic, however, is out for the next several weeks with a calf strain, which could allow Curry to get himself back in the mix to start in his home All-Star Game in San Francisco in February.

    In the East, meanwhile, Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo— after snapping James’ seven-year streak as the top vote getter overall last year — is leading all vote getters again this year with 1.7 million votes cast thus far. He is followed by Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (1.38 million), who is on course to make his sixth consecutive All-Star Game, while New York Knicks center Karl-Anthony Towns had the third starting spot with just over 1 million votes.

    No other East frontcourt player has even half a million votes, putting those three in very strong position to finish the voting in those three spots.

    The closest battle of all the position groups comes in the East backcourt, where LaMelo Ball, with just under a million votes, is in first, but Donovan Mitchell of the NBA-leading Cleveland Cavaliers is just 13,000 votes ahead of Bucks guard Damian Lillard for the second starting spot in the East.

    Jalen Brunson is in fourth with just under 500,000 votes, while Trae Young is fifth with just over 350,000.

    Voting totals will be updated again on Jan. 9 and Jan. 16, with voting concluding on Monday, Jan. 20. Fan voting makes up 50 percent of the voting when it comes to who starts, with media and player voting each accounting for another 25 percent.

    The starters for both conferences will be announced on Jan. 23, and the reserves will be unveiled a week later.

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    LeBron James and Stephen Curry, two of the biggest superstars in the NBA, are currently sitting in 3rd place at their respective positions in the All-Star voting. Despite their incredible skill and popularity, they are facing tough competition in this year’s All-Star race.

    LeBron James, who plays for the Los Angeles Lakers, is currently behind Kevin Durant and Giannis Antetokounmpo in the frontcourt voting for the Western Conference. Known for his incredible athleticism and basketball IQ, LeBron has been a perennial All-Star and is considered one of the greatest players of all time.

    On the other hand, Stephen Curry, who plays for the Golden State Warriors, is currently behind Kyrie Irving and Bradley Beal in the backcourt voting for the Eastern Conference. Curry is known for his sharpshooting and playmaking abilities, and has led the Warriors to multiple NBA championships.

    While it’s surprising to see these two superstars not leading in the All-Star voting, there is still time for fans to cast their votes and help them secure their spots in the starting lineup. With their talent and impact on the game, LeBron James and Stephen Curry are sure to be key players in this year’s All-Star game.

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  • NBA All-Star Game 2025: Giannis, Nikola Jokić, Jayson Tatum Lead First Voting Results | News, Scores, Highlights, Stats, and Rumors

    NBA All-Star Game 2025: Giannis, Nikola Jokić, Jayson Tatum Lead First Voting Results | News, Scores, Highlights, Stats, and Rumors


    BELGRADE, SERBIA - JULY 22: Giannis Antetokounmpo (L) of Greece in action against Nikola Jokic (R) of Serbia during the International Basketball Friendly match between Serbia and Greece at Belgrade Arena on July 22, 2024 in Belgrade, Serbia. (Photo by Srdjan Stevanovic/Getty Images)

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    The first fan voting returns for the 2025 NBA All-Star Game were revealed on Monday with a pair of former league MVPs leading the way.

    Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo was the leading vote-getter overall with more than 1,700,000 votes. Denver Nuggets star Nikola Jokić isn’t too far behind and leads the Western Conference with more than 1,400,000 votes. Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum also earned nearly 1,400,000 votes. Here are the rest of the results:

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    Antetokounmpo has been on an absolute tear in his 11th season in Milwaukee, leading the NBA with a career-high 32.6 points per game while shooting 61.0 percent from the field and also adding 11.6 rebounds, 6.0 assists and 1.4 blocks. He led the Bucks (17-14) to the NBA Cup championship, and he’s motivated to add to his mantle later this year.

    However, he’s not the only former NBA MVP looking for some more hardware. Jokić has continued his incredible run of all-around brilliance while leading the Nuggets to a 19-13 record. He ranks third in the league with averages of 30.7 points and 13.0 rebounds and second with 9.7 assists. He’s shooting 56.1 percent from the field and a blistering 49.2 percent from three-point range, by far the best mark of his career.

    Tatum has been the driving force for the defending-champion Celtics, who rank second in the East with a 24-9 record. He leads Boston with 28.3 points, 9.5 rebounds and 5.5 assists per game while also adding 1.3 steals.

    Oklahoma City Thunder star point guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is the only guard in either conference to have earned over 1,000,000 votes. The 26-year-old has led the Thunder to first place in the West with a 27-5 record and ranks second in the league with an average of 31.3 points per game. He’s also contributing 6.0 assists, 5.5 rebounds, 2.0 steals and 1.2 blocks.

    Voting for the 2025 All-Star Game will conclude on Jan. 20 at 11:59 p.m. ET and the starters for the game will be revealed on Jan. 23 during TNT’s NBA Tip-Off before a doubleheader featuring the Bucks vs. the Miami Heat and the Celtics vs. the Los Angeles Lakers.

    The format for this year’s All-Star Game will be very different, as it will be a four-team tournament featuring three teams of eight NBA All-Stars and the winning team from the Rising Stars Game. Charles Barkley, Shaquille O’Neal and Kenny Smith will draft the three teams of All-Stars on Feb. 6. All-Star Weekend will kickoff on Feb. 14 and conclude with the All-Star Game on Feb. 16.





    The NBA All-Star Game 2025 is already shaping up to be an exciting event, with the first voting results revealing some familiar faces at the top of the list. Giannis Antetokounmpo, Nikola Jokić, and Jayson Tatum are leading the way in the early voting, showcasing their popularity and skill on the court.

    Giannis, the reigning MVP and two-time NBA champion, has been a dominant force in the league for years and is no stranger to the All-Star Game. His combination of size, athleticism, and skill has made him a fan favorite and a perennial All-Star selection.

    Nikola Jokić, the reigning MVP and one of the best passing big men in NBA history, has continued to impress with his playmaking abilities and scoring prowess. His versatility and basketball IQ have solidified him as one of the top players in the league and a strong contender for the All-Star Game.

    Jayson Tatum, the rising star for the Boston Celtics, has been making a name for himself with his scoring ability and clutch performances. His smooth shooting stroke and ability to create his own shot have made him a standout player in the league and a top choice for the All-Star Game.

    With these three players leading the way in the first voting results, fans can expect an exciting and competitive All-Star Game in 2025. Stay tuned for more updates on the voting, as well as news, scores, highlights, stats, and rumors leading up to the big game.

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  • Giannis Antetokounmpo, Nikola Jokić lead in 1st fan returns of NBA All-Star Voting presented by AT&T

    Giannis Antetokounmpo, Nikola Jokić lead in 1st fan returns of NBA All-Star Voting presented by AT&T


    Nikola Jokić and Giannis Antetokounmpo lead the first voting returns for NBA All-Star 2025.

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    Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokić and Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo lead the Western and Eastern Conferences, respectively, in the first fan returns of NBA All-Star Voting 2025 presented by AT&T.

    Joining Jokić (West frontcourt) and Antetokounmpo (East frontcourt) as top vote-getters at their respective position groups are the Oklahoma City Thunder’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (West guard) and the Charlotte Hornets’ LaMelo Ball (East guard).

    Below are the top 10 vote-getters by position group in the first fan returns.

    Tomorrow (Friday, Jan. 3) marks the next “3-for-1 Day,” when each fan vote will count three times.  The next fan voting update will be shared on Thursday, Jan. 9.

    NBA All-Star Voting

    NBA All-Star Voting presented by AT&T, the Official 5G Wireless Network of the NBA, will tipped off on Thursday, Dec. 19 at 10 a.m. ET and concludes on Monday, Jan. 20 at 11:59 p.m. ET, giving fans the opportunity to vote for the NBA All-Star Game starters via the NBA App and NBA.com with their NBA ID.

    NBA ID, which offers fans benefits and rewards from the league and its partners, is free to join here. Voters in the United States will be automatically entered into the NBA ID All-Star Voting Sweepstakes presented by AT&T for the opportunity to win a trip to the San Francisco Bay Area for NBA All-Star 2025.

    During the voting period, NBA ID members can submit one full ballot each day via the NBA App and the NBA.com voting page (NBA.com/vote). One full ballot comprises three frontcourt players and two guards from both the Eastern Conference and the Western Conference. All current NBA players will be available for selection.

    On six special “3-for-1 Days,” NBA ID members’ votes will count three times. These days, from 12:01 a.m. ET – 11:59 p.m. ET, will take place on Saturday, Dec. 21, Wednesday, Dec. 25, Friday, Jan. 3, Friday, Jan. 10, Friday, Jan. 17 and Monday, Jan. 20 (the final day of voting).

    Fan voting updates will be shared on the first three Thursdays in January (Jan. 2, 9 and 16). TNT will reveal the NBA All-Star Game starters on Thursday, Jan. 23 and the reserves on Thursday, Jan. 30.

    Current NBA players and a media panel will continue to join fans in selecting the NBA All-Star Game starters. Each player and media member will be able to complete one full ballot during the voting period.

    After all votes for NBA All-Star Game starters are tallied, players will be ranked in each conference by position (guard and frontcourt) within each of the three voting groups – fan votes, player votes and media votes. Each player’s score will be calculated by averaging his weighted rank from the fan votes, the player votes and the media votes. The two guards and three frontcourt players with the best score in each conference will be named NBA All-Star Game starters. Fan voting will serve as the tiebreaker for players in a position group with the same score.





    The NBA All-Star Voting presented by AT&T is in full swing, and the first fan returns are in! Leading the pack in the Eastern and Western Conferences are none other than Giannis Antetokounmpo of the Milwaukee Bucks and Nikola Jokić of the Denver Nuggets.

    Giannis Antetokounmpo, the reigning NBA MVP, has been dominating the court once again this season, averaging 28.2 points, 11.4 rebounds, and 5.7 assists per game. His impressive performance has earned him the top spot in the Eastern Conference frontcourt voting.

    On the other hand, Nikola Jokić has been showcasing his skills as one of the best big men in the league, averaging 25.2 points, 13.3 rebounds, and 6.8 assists per game. His stellar play has catapulted him to the top of the Western Conference frontcourt voting.

    Both Antetokounmpo and Jokić have been fan favorites for their electrifying performances on the court, and it’s no surprise to see them leading the All-Star voting. As the season progresses, fans can continue to cast their votes to see their favorite players make it to the All-Star game in February.

    Stay tuned for more updates on the NBA All-Star Voting presented by AT&T as the race to the All-Star game heats up!

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  • NBA All-Star Game 2025: Giannis, Nikola Jokić, Jayson Tatum Lead First Voting Results | News, Scores, Highlights, Stats, and Rumors

    NBA All-Star Game 2025: Giannis, Nikola Jokić, Jayson Tatum Lead First Voting Results | News, Scores, Highlights, Stats, and Rumors


    BELGRADE, SERBIA - JULY 22: Giannis Antetokounmpo (L) of Greece in action against Nikola Jokic (R) of Serbia during the International Basketball Friendly match between Serbia and Greece at Belgrade Arena on July 22, 2024 in Belgrade, Serbia. (Photo by Srdjan Stevanovic/Getty Images)

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    The first fan voting returns for the 2025 NBA All-Star Game were revealed on Monday with a pair of former league MVPs leading the way.

    Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo was the leading vote-getter overall with more than 1,700,000 votes. Denver Nuggets star Nikola Jokić isn’t too far behind and leads the Western Conference with more than 1,400,000 votes. Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum also earned nearly 1,400,000 votes. Here are the rest of the results:

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    Giannis and Jokic leading the first ballot returns of All Star voting. Remember, new format this year <a href=”https://t.co/GbgXvy6W9x”>pic.twitter.com/GbgXvy6W9x</a>

    Antetokounmpo has been on an absolute tear in his 11th season in Milwaukee, leading the NBA with a career-high 32.6 points per game while shooting 61.0 percent from the field and also adding 11.6 rebounds, 6.0 assists and 1.4 blocks. He led the Bucks (17-14) to the NBA Cup championship, and he’s motivated to add to his mantle later this year.

    However, he’s not the only former NBA MVP looking for some more hardware. Jokić has continued his incredible run of all-around brilliance while leading the Nuggets to a 19-13 record. He ranks third in the league with averages of 30.7 points and 13.0 rebounds and second with 9.7 assists. He’s shooting 56.1 percent from the field and a blistering 49.2 percent from three-point range, by far the best mark of his career.

    Tatum has been the driving force for the defending-champion Celtics, who rank second in the East with a 24-9 record. He leads Boston with 28.3 points, 9.5 rebounds and 5.5 assists per game while also adding 1.3 steals.

    Oklahoma City Thunder star point guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is the only guard in either conference to have earned over 1,000,000 votes. The 26-year-old has led the Thunder to first place in the West with a 27-5 record and ranks second in the league with an average of 31.3 points per game. He’s also contributing 6.0 assists, 5.5 rebounds, 2.0 steals and 1.2 blocks.

    Voting for the 2025 All-Star Game will conclude on Jan. 20 at 11:59 p.m. ET and the starters for the game will be revealed on Jan. 23 during TNT’s NBA Tip-Off before a doubleheader featuring the Bucks vs. the Miami Heat and the Celtics vs. the Los Angeles Lakers.

    The format for this year’s All-Star Game will be very different, as it will be a four-team tournament featuring three teams of eight NBA All-Stars and the winning team from the Rising Stars Game. Charles Barkley, Shaquille O’Neal and Kenny Smith will draft the three teams of All-Stars on Feb. 6. All-Star Weekend will kickoff on Feb. 14 and conclude with the All-Star Game on Feb. 16.





    The NBA All-Star Game 2025 is shaping up to be an epic showdown, with Giannis Antetokounmpo, Nikola Jokić, and Jayson Tatum leading the first voting results. As the top three vote-getters in their respective conferences, these superstars are set to put on a show for fans around the world.

    Giannis Antetokounmpo, the reigning NBA Finals MVP and two-time league MVP, has been dominating the court once again this season. His electrifying dunks, incredible defense, and all-around skills have solidified his status as one of the best players in the league.

    Nikola Jokić, the Denver Nuggets’ star center, has been putting up monster numbers night in and night out. His passing ability, shooting touch, and basketball IQ make him a unique and versatile player who can impact the game in multiple ways.

    Jayson Tatum, the Boston Celtics’ young phenom, has been taking his game to new heights this season. His scoring ability, clutch performances, and improved playmaking have made him a force to be reckoned with on the court.

    With these three players leading the way, the 2025 NBA All-Star Game promises to be an unforgettable event. Stay tuned for more updates on the voting results, news, scores, highlights, stats, and rumors leading up to the big game.

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  • 2025 All-Star game: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Jalen Williams appear in early voting results

    2025 All-Star game: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Jalen Williams appear in early voting results


    Nov 10, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) and forward Jalen Williams (8) talk during a time out against the Golden State Warriors during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

    Nov 10, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) and forward Jalen Williams (8) talk during a time out against the Golden State Warriors during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

    The NBA announced its first rounds of 2025 All-Star fan voting results on Thursday, Jan. 2. The Oklahoma City Thunder had a pair of players totaling top 10 votes among the guards and frontcourt groups.

    Shai Gilgeous-Alexander leads the West guards in All-Star voting with 1,053,683 votes. He has a pretty comfortable lead as second-placed Luka Doncic has garnered 870,071 votes.

    Jalen Williams is seventh among West frontcourt players in All-Star voting with 188,722 votes. He’s sandwiched between Alperen Sengun (314,223 votes) and Andrew Wiggins (187,530 votes). The full results can be viewed below:

    This shouldn’t be a shocker. Gilgeous-Alexander has played like the league’s best player. He’s fresh off an MVP runner-up finish last year and is in the mix for the award. Expect the 26-year-old to be an All-Star starter for the foreseeable future.

    Meanwhile, Williams has a decent shot to make his first All-Star bid. He’s stepped up as OKC’s second-best player this season after Chet Holmgren suffered a hip fracture.

    Fan votes account for 50% of the All-Star starters. NBA players and a media panel account for the other half at 25% each. The next update will be on Jan. 9. The All-Star game will take place on Sunday, Feb. 16 at Golden State.

    This article originally appeared on OKC Thunder Wire: 2025 All-Star game: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander leads early vote results





    The early voting results for the 2025 All-Star game have been released, and two rising stars have made a strong showing. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander of the Oklahoma City Thunder and Jalen Williams of the Memphis Grizzlies are currently among the top vote-getters in their respective conferences.

    Gilgeous-Alexander, known for his smooth ball-handling and scoring ability, has been a standout player for the Thunder this season. The young guard has been putting up impressive numbers and has quickly become a fan favorite in Oklahoma City.

    On the other hand, Jalen Williams has been turning heads with his explosive athleticism and defensive prowess for the Grizzlies. The rookie forward has been making a name for himself in the league with his high-flying dunks and tenacious defense.

    Both players have been making a strong case for their All-Star selections, and fans are eager to see them showcase their talent on the big stage. As the voting continues, it will be interesting to see if Gilgeous-Alexander and Williams can maintain their positions and earn a spot in the 2025 All-Star game.

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