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kenny smith and Luka Doncic (Source: CNN and X)
The present basketball management is dealing with controversies. From fans to commentators, the whole community has been preparing for the current discussion. The First Team All-NBA argument has finally arrived, as has the debate.
Kenny Smith, a former two-time NBA champion and current basketball pundit, announced his First Team All-NBA selection. Contrary to his own beliefs, Smith chose Anthony Edwards over Luka Doncic for the squad, and NBA fans couldn't believe it.
When Charles Barkley asked Smith to choose his guard for the First Team during an NBA on TNT interview, he answered, "If I had to go two, Anthony Edwards and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander." However, the idea did not sit well with the crowd, as fans expressed their displeasure with Kenny Smith's support for Anthony Edwards over Doncic shortly after the short footage was tweeted.
Dallas Mavericks' great point guard Luka Doncic has set a tone for himself as he has become a strong force in the NBA which showcases his talent and skills on the basketball court. In the current NBA season, 2023/24 Luka Doncic is averaging 33.9 points, 9.8 assists, and 9.2 rebounds per game and has solidified his status as an All-NBA player.
Luka Doncic achievements and leadership continue to shine
He has been an important player for Dallas Mavericks as they have won 50 games this season and maintained a top-five defence in the league during the past 18 games, demonstrating his influence on the team's success.
While Doncic's achievements and leadership continue to shine, his race for an All-NBA First Team position caused heated discussion, especially given the enormous success of other notable players. While players like Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Anthony Edwards have also been in the race for the All-NBA award. For the Minnesota Timberwolves, Anthony Edwards is performing outstanding as they have second best record in the Western Conference and he has made himself a strong candidate to be in the All-NBA First Team.