All-Snub Weekend

[IamQuailman]

All-Star Weekend has come and gone, and with that, it brought some excitement of a relatively close, high-scoring basketball game with a court smattered in superstar talent. If you forgot what those line-ups look like, here they are:

Eastern Conference Starters:
C Nikola Jokic (Knicks)
PF Anthony Davis (Pistons)
SF Van Grimaldi (Sixers)
SG Gary Harris (Knicks)
PG Tyler Ulis (Celtics)

Eastern Conference Reserves:
C Aaron Donald (Hawks)
PF Ben Simmons (Sixers)
SF Jayson Tatum (Hawks)
SG Daniel Randle (Hawks)
PG Chet Dooley (Knicks)
SG Markelle Fultz (Sixers)
PF Dirk Hardpeck (Cavaliers)

Western Conference Starters:
C Eckbert Winkler (Pelicans)
PF Damion McNary (Pelicans)
SF Andrew Wiggins (Timberwolves)
SG Kyrie Irving (Grizzlies)
PG Isaiah Thomas (Suns)

Western Conference Reserves:
C Kevin Love (Suns)
PF Alvin Briseno (Lakers)
SF Jospeh Kight (Jazz)
SG Dexter Aguilar (Spurs)
PG Kemba Walker (Clippers)
SG Bradley Beal (Mavericks)
SF Giannis Antetokounmpo (Warriors)


For the East, fans of the Sixers, Knicks, and Hawks came out in full-force this year as 9 of the 12 roster spots were snagged by players from one of those 3 teams. The entire reserves outside of Dirk Hardpeck came from those 3 cities. It didn't leave much more room for other names around the Eastern Conference to take the spotlight. For the West, it was a bit more balanced, although it was shocking to see a few names from some really bad teams make it in there (Giannis and Kemba come to mind). But we aren't here to talk about those rosters. We are here to discuss those who were left jilted at the altar of All-Star Weekend by that obnoxious fan vote.

Eastern Conference:
C Timothy Pulley (Bucks) - Unfortunately disqualified from All-Star Weekend participation due to injury at the hands of those dirty Magic players, Pulley could've easily made a case for All-Star Reserve as he ranks ahead of Aaron Donald in Blocks and Rebounds per game. All-Star Game is all about highlight reel action, and who doesn't love a big man running the floor and rejecting big-time shots (especially in a game devoid of defense otherwise). (Runner Up - Judd Williams, Pacers)

PF Jabari Parker (Pacers) - Parker's scoring is just slightly down from last year, but that's expected when you actually have talent around someone (something the Thunder haven't been able to do in years). The thing most impressive about this is that he is posting the most efficient shooting percentages of his career, dispelling the belief that he was just a chucker. Again, I guess having another scoring threat around you helps in all facets of the game! (Runner Up - Buddy Pedraza, Nets)

SF Lavar Ball (Bucks) - At this point, we all know points per game play a major role in the All-Star bids for players. So I'm not sure exactly how Jayson Tatum got in ahead of Ball when Ball had almost 2 full points more per game (in fewer minutes). Maybe it was the scoring efficiency? Who knows. BALL WAS ROBBED, AND TRUST ME HE'S LETTING EVERYONE HEAR ABOUT IT. (Runner Up - Gordon Hayward, Cavaliers)

SG Desean Hawkins (Magic) - How a 25ppg player doesn't make the All-Star team when he's leading his franchise to the 1st playoff run in seasons blows my mind. He is another player that is outscoring the Hawk that beat him out for the spot *coughDanielRandlecough*. (Runner Up - Russell Westbrook, Bulls)

PG Stephen Keitt (Pistons) - Keitt is finally starting to live up to his potential, putting up the numbers that GM Wombataholic has been dreaming of salivating over since he was drafted. He's outscoring Chet Dooley, but Dooley has the advantage in the assist column. (Runner Up - Joffrey Baratheon)

Western Conference:
C Enes Kanter (Warriors) - Enes Kanter is one of the 2 bright spots on an otherwise rudderless (and captain-less) ship. In a would-be contract year (if there was a pulse on this squad's GM, that team option would be declined), Kanter is proving that despite his age he's still got it. Unfortunately for him, it looks like he will be trapped in Golden State one more year, wasting away the remaining years of his waning prime. But that's neither here nor there and nothing to do with all-star line-ups. This is the 3rd highest scoring center in the West, and 3rd in the NBA in overall rebounding (ahead of both selected players). It's a shame that he couldn't make the All-Star Squad. (Runner Up - Al Horford)

PF Russell Arciniega (Grizzlies) - This guy continues to impress and improve and prove the doubters wrong. Sure he's a SHAWTY, but he's dominating the paint, grabbing boards, and blocking shots. The new ROUND MOUND OF POUND deserved a spot on the all-star roster, but unfortunately voters didn't think he was tall enough to ride. (Runner Up - Aaron Gordon, Rockets)

SF James Gebhart (Jazz) - Juicy got squeezed out of the running, partially due to his injury, but also Joseph Kight playing minutes in his position in his absence. Double whammy! Had Kight played PF instead, he may have made it after all. Womp Womp. (Runner Up - Gustave Lecroix, Lakers)

SG C.J. McCullom (Jazz) - The second highest scorer on the Jazz, this off-season acquisition was VERY underrated for the Jazz. It's arguable that he's taking shots from Juicy James, but as long as they are winning who cares? McCullom is outscoring both of the reserves guards and Giannis (flex bench spot) but got the shaft. It's a shame that CJ couldn't get a little more shine before the sun continues to set on his career #soon (Runner Up - Damion Williams, Lakers)

PG Jeffery Duren (Kings) - He's not been eligible for about a month+ now, but man when this guy is playing he is one of the best players in the league, despite some of his regression this season. He's a matchup nightmare, and honestly would've been a shoe-in if healthy. (Runner Up - Jrue Holiday, Nuggets)

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Coming soon: All Star Snub Snubs starring Vernon Desantis

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