This dude made an All-Star list WITHOUT Russ? And then says he’d “possibly “ put him on it. Good lord almighty.
This is the year that Nurkic builds his reputation for an AS selection, where next year is where the campaign really starts. That's usually how it ends up- get the recognition, maybe even a snub, then you come into the year with the heat. You get the guys who have a year where they absolutely blow up- like Jokic or Tobias Harris- but the typical path goes along the other line. It's almost a "pay your dues" scenario - which of course gets passed over if you're a no doubter. With that in mind, I wouldn't be surprised if Nurkic got some love this season but falls just a bit short. The dark horse is whether or not he could be selected as an injury replacement.
Nurkic doesnt have a chance this year. Someone more deserving will get left out. Wed have to be #1 in the West with Nurkic getting more minutes than hes been getting so that his stats are better.
Theres no way Nurkic is making it in but that would be hilarious and awesome. I don’t think 4 all stars can be justified for a team that isn’t at least 1st in the conference, I’m almost certain Draymond won’t make it and Klay is honestly doing his best to not be involved either which would be even more awesome. Guys like Toby Harris and Conley making it would be sweet.
The point is that you have to be top 3 in the west to even think about having more than 1 AllStar. Unless we're top 3, position is irrelevant.
I think Nurkic gets little attention with KAT, AD, and Jokic getting the majority of votes at center. I do not hold Mitchell's shooting woes against Gobert and would put him ahead of Nurk. Most are probably going to vote Capella as well. There is another arguable tier that he groups in with DeAndre Jordan, Steven Adams, Ayton, and Gasol. BTW, Jordan is shooting 71% from the line and deserves credit for Dallas playing better this year. The All Star game is a joke though and Green could still make it. He and Klay should not be there this year though. Will be interesting with Westbrook. Averaging a triple double but still jacking up close to 5 three pointers a game but shooting 23%.
