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Anthony Edwards Snubbing Exposes Problems With All-Star Voting

Anthony Edwards Snubbing Exposes Problems With All-Star Voting

Summary

Anthony Edwards, a basketball player for the Minnesota Timberwolves, did not get selected as a starter for the NBA All-Star game this season despite having a strong performance. The selection process included fan voting, current player votes, and media votes, but it was his low ranking in fan votes that prevented his selection. Edwards is expected to be named as a reserve player for the All-Star game.

Key Facts

  • Anthony Edwards plays for the Minnesota Timberwolves in the NBA.
  • He was not selected as a starter for the Western Conference in the NBA All-Star game.
  • The All-Star starter selection was based on fan voting (50%), player voting (25%), and media voting (25%).
  • Edwards was seventh in fan voting, which affected his chances of being a starter.
  • The starters selected were Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Nikola Jokic, Luka Doncic, Victor Wembanyama, and Stephen Curry.
  • Edwards is averaging 29.6 points per game and performing at a high level statistically.
  • Despite not being a starter, Edwards is expected to be chosen as a reserve for the All-Star game.

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