Gil's Arena LeBron's All Star Snub TEARS APART Gil's Arena
Jan 20, 2026
This time, Nick Young, a former NBA guard known for his entertaining personality, and Brandon Jennings, a former point guard with sharp analysis, join the crew. They dive into the NBA All-Star selections, fiercely debating the snubbing of stars like LeBron James and Anthony Edwards. The conversation highlights the controversial voting system and the new USA vs. World competition format. The duo also discusses the implications of Jimmy Butler's injury on the Warriors' strategy and the potential drama surrounding Ja Morant's future.
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All-Star Voting Now Skews Popularity
- The NBA changed All-Star voting to weight fans 50%, players 25%, and media 25%, altering starter outcomes.
- Tiebreakers now use higher fan vote percentages, shifting selection power toward popularity.
Fan Tiebreaker Cost Edwards A Start
- Anthony Edwards tied Wimby in weighted score but lost the starter spot due to Wimby's higher fan vote.
- The fan-weighted tiebreaker cost Edwards a historic Timberwolves starting nod.
Design All-Star Around Fan Interaction
- Treat All-Star Weekend as fan engagement, not just a game, and focus on interactive experiences.
- Create events where fans meet players and celebrate selections rather than forcing uninterested stars to play.