First of all, I just want to say that all is right in the NBA when the Lakers have two starters in the All-Star game. It reminds us that the Lake Show is back, and that they are in the hunt for a ring. As for the other starters on both the East and West, it’s hard to make an argument that someone got snubbed. You could make a case that Jimmy Butler should be starting over Trae Young, but other than that it’s pretty fair. I think the biggest surprise, at least for me, is that the Celtics’ 7’6” center Tacko Fall made the squad. We all know that All-Star voting is a popularity contest, but this is taking it to the next level.

He has played in four games this year, averaging:

5.3 Minutes Per Game

4.3 Points Per Game

2 Field Goals Per Game

0.3 Free Throws Per Game

2.5 Rebounds Per Game

4 Standing Ovations

Not exactly the textbook definition of an All-Star. But, he’s one of the most liked players in the league, largely thanks to the internet.

The fanfare when Tacko comes around the All-Star festivities will be insane. I honestly think he’ll have the longest line for autographs out of all the players. And honestly, I kinda can’t blame people. He’s so massive it’s must-see TV when he’s in the game, which is why I can’t believe he has only played in four games all year. Four games and he’s an All-Star. We’ve got guys grinding through forty minutes on the floor for shit teams like the Kings and Knicks, but they don’t even get to sniff the All-Star game. Fucked up is what it is.

I understand that it’s all fun, but there’s gotta be a little integrity left in this game right? And voting a guy like Tacko Fall is be an All-Star is good for ratings and the fans, but he definitely isn’t deserving. I’m just surprised Zion didn’t make the team.