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5 biggest snubs from 2019 NBA All-Star Game

By Tony Pesta

MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN - JANUARY 21: Luka Doncic #77 of the Dallas Mavericks reacts to an officials call during a game against the Milwaukee Bucks at Fiserv Forum on January 21, 2019 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images)
MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN - JANUARY 21: Luka Doncic #77 of the Dallas Mavericks reacts to an officials call during a game against the Milwaukee Bucks at Fiserv Forum on January 21, 2019 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images) /
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The starters and reserves have been announced for the 2019 NBA All-Star Game. Let’s count down the five biggest snubs from this year’s event.

Every year the league honors its players by hosting an exhibition game between the most talented players for the fans enjoyment. This NBA All-Star weekend tradition has gone on for 67 years and is a highlight of every season.

The starting lineups are decided through a voting process in which the players, media and fans all vote for five players from each conference. Once the starters are announced, the reserve spots are chosen by the NBA’s 30 coaches.

Of course, plenty of talented players have earned their selection this season. Proven superstars such as LeBron James and Giannis Antetokounmpo led the way for their respective conferences, while other young studs like Ben Simmons and Nikola Jokic will make their first appearances.

However, there will always be a few players that are left out. With only 24 spots between both rosters, it is inevitable that some talented guys will miss the cut. Today, we examine the five biggest snubs from the 2019 NBA All-Star Game.