The NBA starters for the 2013 NBA All-Star Game have been announced, so let's predict who the coaches will choose as reserves.
Coaches will select two guards, three frontcourt players and two utility guys for their bench. Of course, there will be snubs, but unless they change the roster max to 20, someone's going to get screwed.
East Starters
PG: Rajon Rondo
SG: Dwyane Wade
SF: LeBron James
PF: Carmelo Anthony
C: Kevin Garnett
Backcourt Reserves
Jrue Holiday, Philadelphia 76ers
19.4 points per game, 9.0 assists per game, 4.2 rebounds per game
Jrue Holiday has made the leap from young guard with potential to experienced leader who can't be contained. His game-tying bucket in the closing seconds against Toronto Friday night, along with the 33 points and 14 assists, should have solidified his status as an NBA All-Star.
With Andrew Bynum out, Holiday has kept his team's head above water, handling playmaking and scoring duties on a routine basis.
Kyrie Irving, Cleveland Cavaliers
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Article written by Jonathan Wasserman
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