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Zach LaVine of the Chicago Bulls should be a first-time All-Star

By Thomas J. Brown

TORONTO, ON - FEBRUARY 02: Zach LaVine #8 of the Chicago Bulls looks on during the first half of an NBA game against the Toronto Raptors at Scotiabank Arena on February 02, 2020 in Toronto, Canada. 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 Vaughn Ridley/Getty Images)
TORONTO, ON - FEBRUARY 02: Zach LaVine #8 of the Chicago Bulls looks on during the first half of an NBA game against the Toronto Raptors at Scotiabank Arena on February 02, 2020 in Toronto, Canada. 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 Vaughn Ridley/Getty Images) /
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Chicago Bulls, Zach LaVine Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-USA TODAY Sports
Chicago Bulls, Zach LaVine Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-USA TODAY Sports /

Zach LaVine is a rising star

In 1996 the NBA commemorated its 50th anniversary by naming the 50 greatest players in league history. A young player who’d just completed his fourth year in the league was added to the list and many pundits questioned why. Sure he was brimming with potential, but did his shortlist of accomplishments earn him a place among the league’s all-time greats? That player was Shaquille O’neal. Whether he’d earned it to that point or not is debatable, but he would go on to make those who included him on the list look like fortune tellers.

The fact is, Zach LaVine is unquestionably a rising star in the NBA. Leaving him out of this year’s All-Star game would be a disaster from a marketing standpoint if nothing else. When fans thought they’d seen all the dunk contest could possibly have to offer, LaVine put on two of the best displays of creativity in history. He’s not afraid of the bright lights and he performs well on the big stage. It’s time for him to be an All-Star.

Before Joe Pesci stole the show as Tommy in “Goodfellas” he was an unknown up-and-comer playing Robert De Niro’s little brother in “Raging Bull.” No matter what the industry, every major contributor needs their first big break. Zach Lavine has earned his spot on this year’s All-Star team but the NBA owes it to themselves to make sure he’s there. Fans who aren’t aware of him are sure to stay tuned once they witness his scoring ability against the other elite players in the league. It’s time to give LaVine his breakout role.

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