The NBA has unveiled the initial results of fan voting for the upcoming 2025 All-Star Game, set to take place in February at the Chase Center in San Francisco. Fans have cast their votes, and the standings showcase the players who are currently leading the way as starters for this much-anticipated event. According to the NBA's announcement made on January 3rd (local time January 2nd), Denver Nuggets' Nikola Jokic leads the Western Conference frontcourt, and Milwaukee Bucks' Giannis Antetokounmpo is topping the Eastern Conference.
The current vote counts reflect the popularity of these stars among fans. Jokic has amassed 1,422,121 votes, maintaining his status as one of the premier players not only this season but also over recent years. Following him, Kevin Durant of the Phoenix Suns trails with 1,268,799 votes, and LeBron James of the Los Angeles Lakers sits third with 1,167,661 votes. This spirited voting will continue to engage fans as they rally support for their favorite players.
Turning our gaze to the guard position, the Western Conference sees Shey Gilgeous-Alexander from the Oklahoma City Thunder leading with 1,053,683 votes. He’s closely followed by Luka Doncic of the Dallas Mavericks, who has received 870,071 votes, and Stephen Curry of the Golden State Warriors, who has tallied 810,357 votes. Notably, these stars reflect the fierce competition present among both seasoned players and rising talents.
Meanwhile, the Eastern Conference voting mirrors similar enthusiasm, with Giannis Antetokounmpo commanding attention at the frontcourt with 1,710,630 votes. He leads Jason Tatum of the Boston Celtics, who trails with 1,385,851 votes. The voting results indicate strong backing for these athletes, underscoring their performances across the league.
Rounding out the guards on the Eastern side, LaMelo Ball of the Charlotte Hornets is currently leading with 947,444 votes. He is followed by Donovan Mitchell from the Cleveland Cavaliers at 718,084 votes, with Damian Lillard of the Portland Trail Blazers close behind at 704,914 votes. These numbers not only demonstrate the fanbase's allegiance but also the skills exhibited by these players on the court.
The complete breakdown of the Western Conference's top performers includes:
- Frontcourt:
- 1st: Nikola Jokic (Nuggets) - 1,422,121 votes
- 2nd: Kevin Durant (Suns) - 1,268,799 votes
- 3rd: LeBron James (Lakers) - 1,167,661 votes
- 4th: Anthony Davis (Lakers) - 999,540 votes
- 5th: Victor Wembanyama (Spurs) - 928,501 votes
- Guards:
- 1st: Shey Gilgeous-Alexander (Thunder) - 1,053,683 votes
- 2nd: Luka Doncic (Mavericks) - 870,071 votes
- 3rd: Stephen Curry (Warriors) - 810,357 votes
- 4th: Kyrie Irving (Mavericks) - 503,567 votes
- 5th: Anthony Edwards (Timberwolves) - 417,749 votes
For the Eastern Conference, the leaderboard reveals:
- Frontcourt:
- 1st: Giannis Antetokounmpo (Bucks) - 1,710,630 votes
- 2nd: Jason Tatum (Celtics) - 1,385,851 votes
- 3rd: Karl-Anthony Towns (Knicks) - 1,099,966 votes
- 4th: Paolo Banchero (Magic) - 484,096 votes
- 5th: Jalen Brown (Celtics) - 436,636 votes
- Guards:
- 1st: LaMelo Ball (Hornets) - 947,444 votes
- 2nd: Donovan Mitchell (Cavaliers) - 718,084 votes
- 3rd: Damian Lillard (Bucks) - 704,914 votes
- 4th: Jalen Brunson (Knicks) - 477,253 votes
- 5th: Trae Young (Hawks) - 353,452 votes
With the second round of results set to be announced on January 10th, anticipation is building as fans continue to engage and support their favored players. The increase of votes across the board shows how enthusiastic and invested basketball fans are when it concerns the NBA All-Star Game, making it one of the most exciting events on the basketball calendar.