Kevin Durant and Giannis Antetokounmpo
As we are approaching the 2023 All-Star game, it seems like the fans are yet to lock in their favorite player as the Eastern Conference captain. While it was Kevin Durant leading the way for weeks, Bucks marquee scorer Giannis Antetokounmpo has finally surpassed his companion to secure the most votes in the All-Star tally.
LeBron James is undoubtedly going to be one captain from the Western Conference. However, it looked like the Brooklyn Nets star would once again be alongside him until Giannis made things interesting on Thursday.
It is safe to say, the fact that Kevin Durant has once again suffered an MCL sprain, it seems to have affected his All-Star Captaincy ambitions. On Thursday, the league released the third fan return of the 2023 All-Star voting, which Giannis Antetokounmpo leading the Eastern Conference lineup with the most votes.
Keeping the All-Star Captaincy race of Giannis Antetokounmpo and Kevin Durant aside, LeBron James is leading the Western Conference frontcourt with 6.5 million votes, which is an advantage over the Greek Freak and the Slim Reaper. As for guard, Stephen Curry leads the West with 5.1 million votes, while Kyrie Irving leads the East with 3.9 million votes.
Moreover, as we approach the end of January, 26th will the day when we get to know about the potential starters for the epic game at Salt Lake City.
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