On February 8, Beijing time, NBA president Adam Xiaohua announced that Hornets guard Lamello Ball (three-goal) and Spurs guard Dezhangtai Murray will replace Durant and Green in the All-Star Game. Previously, Durant and Green were both confirmed to miss this All-Star Game due to injury, while Three-Goal and Murray eventually became substitutes, and both were selected as All-Stars for the first time in their careers.
Three Goals is the Rookie of the Year in 2020-21, averaging 19.6 points, 7.5 assists, 7.1 rebounds and 1.47 steals on all three courts in the second season of his career, and he is one of five players who have averaged at least 19 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists per game this season, along with Murray, Doncic, Harden and Jokic. The 20-year-old Three-Goal will also compete in this year's Rookie Tournament. Wasp official photo congratulations.
Murray is in his fifth season, averaging 19.6 points, 9.2 assists, 8.24 rebounds and 2.06 previous lones this season. The 25-year-old Murray is currently at the top of the steals list, averaging fourth in assists per game. His 10 triple-doubles are currently second this season, which is also a single-season record for Spurs players. Spurs officials also posted pictures to congratulate.
Durant, who will not play in the All-Star Game due to a sprained medial collateral ligament in his left knee, has been absent in the last 11 consecutive games. He is the captain of this year's Eastern Conference All-Star, and Green will not participate due to a lumbar disc injury, after he was selected as an All-Star substitute. In addition, Tatum will replace Durant's starting position.
On February 11, Beijing time, Durant and James will play the NBA All-Star Game draft. This is the 71st All-Star Game in the history of the NBA, and the contest between Durant and James will be held on February 21, Beijing time.