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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, LeBron James Headline NBA All-Star Starters

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander of the Oklahoma City Thunder and Los Angeles Lakers legend LeBron James were named among the starters for the 2025 NBA All-Star Game, set to take place in San Francisco from February 14-16. The announcement on Thursday highlighted the league’s brightest stars for the midseason showcase.

Representing the Western Conference alongside Gilgeous-Alexander and James are Golden State’s Stephen Curry, Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant, and reigning MVP Nikola Jokic of the Denver Nuggets.

Gilgeous-Alexander, 26, continues to dazzle for the Thunder, recently scoring a career-high 54 points in a single game. This season’s blistering performances have earned him his third All-Star selection. Reflecting on his rise, many see the Canadian star as one of the league’s elite guards.

Meanwhile, LeBron James will be making history with his 21st All-Star appearance, all as a starter, further solidifying his legacy as one of the greatest players in NBA history. At 40 years old, James continues to defy age with his consistent dominance on the court.

The Eastern Conference starters feature the Boston Celtics’ Jayson Tatum, Milwaukee Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo, and Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell, who has earned his sixth All-Star selection. Completing the East’s lineup are New York Knicks teammates Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns, both making significant contributions to their team’s success this season.

This year’s All-Star weekend will take place at San Francisco’s Chase Center, home of the Golden State Warriors. Fans can look forward to an electrifying celebration of basketball, with marquee events like the Skills Challenge, Three-Point Contest, and Slam Dunk Contest preceding the highly anticipated game.

The selection process for All-Star starters combines fan, player, and media voting, ensuring a mix of popularity and performance. With established icons like James and Durant sharing the stage with rising stars like Gilgeous-Alexander, the 2025 All-Star Game promises to be a showcase of the NBA’s present and future.

As the countdown to All-Star weekend begins, fans and analysts alike are eager to see which reserves will join this elite group, adding to the excitement of basketball’s biggest midseason celebration.

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