On February 5, Beijing time, the 2021-22 NBA regular season is in full swing. In recent days, the All-Star roster has been the focus of media and fans. As in previous years, every time the list is announced, it will trigger a certain amount of controversy and discussion, and this year is no exception.
However, given that some players are likely to be unable to appear in the All-Star Game due to injury, there are still some stars who can qualify as candidates. At present, the Nets' Durant is likely to miss the All-Star Game due to injury, and warriors star Green has confirmed that he will not be eligible for the All-Star Game.
During the broadcast of today's NBA game, American television gave the list of the most likely candidates to be selected as All-Stars: Davis (Lakers), Ball (Hornets), Murray (Spurs), Allen (Cavaliers).
The basic stats for the four are: Davis averaging 23.6 points and 9.9 rebounds per game, Ball averaging 19.6 points and 7.6 assists per game, Murray averaging 19.6 points and 9.1 assists per game, and Allen averaging 16.2 points and 11 rebounds per game.
After learning that he was not on the All-Star bench, Davis bluntly said that he knew he could not be selected, and said that his wife would be happy because he finally had time to spend with his family. Davis has been named an All-Star for 8 consecutive years since 2013, and that record is likely to be interrupted this year.
Ball became the most vocal candidate. After losing the Eastern Conference All-Star bench, he quickly got calls from fans and the media, and at one point landed first on Twitter's hot search. The excellent skills and the improvement of the team's record have made Bauer's defeat dissatisfied with many fans.
Spurs' Murray was backed by Green, who publicly expressed his desire for Murray to take his place. Spurs coach Popovich said: "I think he played an All-Star season, but the team's record eclipsed his performance, and I'm a little disappointed that he didn't make the All-Star! ”
Allen also had the support of teammate Loew and others, who said: "The league didn't make him an All-Star, they screwed up, he deserves these accolades!" ”
According to the regulations, the All-Star waitlist will be announced by NBA Chairman Adam Xiaohua.