All-Star starters announced, Ben Simmons' soreness & are the Celtics in trouble? | NBA Today

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Overview

This episode of NBA Today discusses the NBA All-Star starters, Ben Simmons' knee soreness, the Knicks' overtime win against the Celtics, and LeBron James' MVP candidacy. The hosts debate the merits of the All-Star selections, with some disagreeing on Giannis Antetokounmpo's inclusion and others advocating for players like Shay Gilgeous-Alexander and Domantas Sabonis. They also analyze the Knicks' victory, highlighting Julius Randle's recent strong performances and the impact of Immanuel Quickley. The episode concludes with a discussion on the upcoming trade deadline, with the Toronto Raptors seen as a team that could significantly impact the market.

• Knicks vs Celtics Recap 🏀

  • 🔥

    The Knicks beat the Celtics in overtime with a score of . [00:00][00:33]

  • 💪

    Julius Randle had a great game, showcasing strength and force. [00:40][01:42]

  • 😢

    Jalen Brown missed two crucial free throws, attributing it to his overall performance. [01:56]

  • ✨

    Immanuel Quickley's defense and all-around play have been crucial for the Knicks. [03:22]

  • ☘️

    The Celtics' loss is attributed to the absence of Marcus Smart. [04:03][05:14]

• Ben Simmons Injury 🤕

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    Ben Simmons left the Nets' game against the Pistons with knee soreness. [05:38][07:35]

  • ❓

    There is concern about Simmons' availability for back-to-back games. [05:53]

  • 😠

    Coach Jacque Vaughn seems frustrated with Simmons' recurring soreness. [06:06][07:29]

  • ⏳

    The Nets have been patient with Simmons, but his inconsistency is a concern. [06:51][07:37]

• NBA All-Star Starters 🌟

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    Giannis Antetokounmpo, Kevin Durant, Jason Tatum, Donovan Mitchell, and Kyrie Irving are the Eastern Conference starters. [07:41]

  • 🏆

    LeBron James, Stephen Curry, Luka Doncic, Nikola Jokic, and Zion Williamson are the Western Conference starters. [10:37]

  • 🗣️

    There's debate about Giannis's inclusion due to his dip in performance, with some arguing for Kevin Durant's superiority. [08:04][10:15]

  • 🗣️

    Some argue for Shay Gilgeous-Alexander and Domantas Sabonis's inclusion in the West over Ja Morant and Zion Williamson. [10:55][11:42]

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    There's agreement that the selection process should prioritize the top five players regardless of position. [12:49]

• LeBron James MVP Discussion 👑

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    LeBron James is considered the GOAT by some, but his MVP candidacy is debated. [16:03][16:35]

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    Some believe that LeBron's performance at age 38 warrants MVP consideration, especially if the Lakers improve their standing. [16:06]

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    Others argue that players on teams with better records, like Damian Lillard and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, have stronger cases. [16:41]

  • 📈

    The historical precedent of MVPs on teams with less than 50 wins is discussed, citing Nikola Jokic and Russell Westbrook. [17:25]

• Trade Deadline Talk 🔄

  • ⏳

    The Toronto Raptors are the focal point of trade deadline discussions, with many teams waiting to see their approach. [13:22]

  • 🤔

    The Raptors could be buyers or sellers depending on their performance in the coming games. [13:40][14:13]

  • 📉

    This year's trade deadline is considered shallow due to a lack of first-round picks available for trades. [13:56][15:38]

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Key moments

1. 00:00

   Introduction and game recap

   00:00

   Welcome to NBA Today.

   00:33

   The Knicks beat the Celtics in overtime.

2. 00:05

   Ben Simmons' injury and All-Star starters

   00:05

   Ben Simmons is out with knee soreness.

   00:07

   The NBA All-Star starters are announced.

3. 00:13

   Trade deadline and LeBron James' MVP candidacy

   00:13

   The Toronto Raptors are the team to watch at the trade deadline.

   00:15

   Is LeBron James an MVP candidate?

4. 00:19

   Malika's birthday surprise

   00:19

   The crew surprises Malika Andrews with a birthday cupcake.