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Jamal Murray eyes 1st NBA All-Star

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Los Angeles, Oct 17: After an impressive run in the 2020 NBA bubble, basketball fans have been left wondering why Denver Nuggets’ guard Jamal Murray has yet to earn a spot in an NBA All-Star Game. The defending champion, however, has been on the path to recovery after a setback in 2021 due to a knee injury.
Murray, who had wisely opted to withdraw from the FIBA World Cup, focused his attention on recuperation following the Denver Nuggets’ NBA championship victory. This strategic decision is expected to pave the way for the 26-year-old to make a strong start in the 2023-24 season, with two years having passed since his 2021 knee injury. Notably, Murray stands among a select group of only four players who have maintained impressive averages of 26 points, seven assists, and five rebounds during a title-winning campaign.
The overall success of the Denver Nuggets and the privilege of sharing the court with former two-time Kia MVP Nikola Jokic are also set to work in Murray’s favor.
Nevertheless, the competitive landscape in the Western Conference, brimming with talented guards, presents a significant challenge for Murray’s All-Star aspirations.Meanwhile, the San Antonio Spurs have their own rising star in the form of rookie Victor Wembanyama, who has been captivating audiences with his performances.
This is reminiscent of Blake Griffin, who, in the 2010-11 season, became the last rookie to secure a spot in the NBA All-Star Game. Intriguingly, the last player the San Antonio Spurs drafted as the No. 1 overall pick, Tim Duncan, accomplished the same feat during the 1997-98 season in his rookie year.
While it’s premature to predict Wembanyama’s future, he is undeniably a dark horse candidate among players poised to make their first NBA All-Star appearance in the upcoming 2023-24 season. (Agencies)

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