The Athletic NBA Daily First Time All Stars with You Know Ball
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Aug 2, 2025 Join the lively discussion as experts delve into the upcoming seasons for the 76ers and Celtics, focusing on player health and strategies for success. Predictions for first-time NBA All-Stars flood in, featuring talents like Franz Wagner and Desmond Bain. Speculation surrounds rising stars like Jalen Johnson and Cooper Flagg, while debates shake up the potential impact of performance on All-Star selections. The episode wraps up with an entertaining trivia showdown about iconic players and moments from NBA history.
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Sixers' Realistic Success Metrics
- A successful Sixers season means Joel Embiid playing 45-50 games and Paul George 60 games with young players developing well.
- A top five or six seed in the East is a realistic goal amidst health uncertainties.
Celtics' Season: Compete or Rebuild
- The Celtics face a no-lose scenario, either competing or gaining a lottery pick for rebuilding.
- Managed expectations around Jason Tatum’s return shape season outlook.
First-Time All-Star Trends
- On average, six first-time All-Stars emerge each NBA season, even in a deep league.
- Despite star absences, four to five first-time All-Stars are expected this season.
