LeBron James has added his voice to the chorus of discontent surrounding Trae Young’s All-Star snub, taking to social media to express his frustration. Following the announcement of All-Star reserves, a post highlighting Young’s stellar season statistics questioned why the Atlanta Hawks star continues to be disrespected. LeBron James promptly joined the conversation, asserting:
“AGREED!!! I’m not quite understanding this! Cause it can’t be about Ws/Ls cause cats have definitely gotten in with wayyy nastier records in the past. He be cooking EVERY NIGHT! Stop it! He’s an All- for sure.”
AGREED!!! I’m not quite understanding this! Cause it can’t be about Ws/Ls cause cats have definitely gotten in with wayyy nastier records in the past. He be cooking EVERY NIGHT! Stop it! He’s an All-⭐️ for sure. Something is REAL 🐠-E. 🤔
— LeBron James (@KingJames) February 3, 2024
Young’s exclusion from the All-Star roster has ignited discussions across the NBA community. The 25-year-old point guard has been putting up impressive numbers this season, averaging 27.1 points per game and 11.0 assists per game, surpassing some of the selected reserves in both categories.
LeBron’s public support for Young raises eyebrows, especially considering the ongoing trade talks between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Atlanta Hawks involving Dejounte Murray. With the trade deadline looming, James’ social media activity has sparked speculation about whether he is subtly attempting to lure Young to join the Lakers roster.
While Young has expressed his disappointment on social media after the All-Star announcement, the trade deadline on February 8th adds another layer of intrigue to the situation. The Lakers, actively engaging in trade discussions, might be eying Young as a potential addition to their lineup. As the NBA community speculates about the hidden messages in LeBron James‘ post, all eyes will be on the trade developments leading up to the deadline.
Trae Young Has A Strong Case But The East Guards Are On Another Level This Year
While LeBron James passionately pleads Trae Young’s case for an All-Star selection, it’s essential to acknowledge that the competition in the Eastern Conference this year is exceptionally fierce. Examining the selected guards, Tyrese Haliburton and Damian Lillard as starters, both are delivering outstanding performances for their respective teams.
Tyrese Haliburton, contributing 22.8 points and 12.0 assists while orchestrating the Indiana Pacers‘ historic offensive transformation, is undoubtedly deserving of his All-Star nod. Meanwhile, Damian Lillard, with averages of 25.2 points, 6.8 assists, and 4.3 rebounds, has seamlessly integrated into the Milwaukee Bucks‘ lineup.
Considering the reserve guards, the trio of Donovan Mitchell, Tyrese Maxey, and Jalen Brunson reinforces the talent pool in the East. Jalen Brunson’s career year with the New York Knicks, boasting 27.1 points and 6.4 assists has propelled the team into serious contention. Donovan Mitchell’s impressive stats of 28.1 points, 5.4 rebounds, and 6.4 assists for the Cleveland Cavaliers make his All-Star selection well-deserved.
While Tyrese Maxey is also enjoying a career year with 26.3 points, 3.6 rebounds, and 6.4 assists, his partnership with Joel Embiid has solidified the Philadelphia 76ers as contenders. The common thread among these players is their teams’ superior records and are playoff contenders, factors that may have influenced Young’s exclusion.
However, Young can find solace in the fact that both Joel Embiid and Julius Randle, who were selected as All-Stars, are sidelined due to injuries. This opens up an opportunity for Young to be named as one of their replacements, providing him the recognition he deserves. While the competition is stiff, the evolving dynamics of the All-Star roster might eventually favor Young’s inclusion.
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