The 2024 NBA All-Star Game starters have been announced: LeBron James will captain the West squad, making history with his 20th All-Star selection, while Giannis Antetokounmpo will lead the East squad in February, according to the NBA.
The NBA will resume its East against West format for the All-Star Game next month.
The Western Conference starting are Kevin Durant (Phoenix Suns), Nikola Jokic (Denver Nuggets), Luka Doncic (Dallas Mavericks), and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (Oklahoma City Thunder), with Los Angeles Lakers forward James captaining the club.
James, an All-Star starter for the 20th consecutive year, defeated former NBA champion and Hall of Famer Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, who was chosen 19 times in history.
The Eastern Conference starters are Joel Embiid (Philadelphia 76ers), Jayson Tatum (Boston Celtics), Tyrese Haliburton (Indiana Pacers), and Damian Lillard (Milwaukee Bucks).
The Greek sensation Antetokounmpo of the Milwaukee Bucks will captain the East.
On February 1, the All-Star Game reserves for both teams will be unveiled, with seven players from each conference being named.
The Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis will host the 73rd NBA All-Star Game on February 18.
