Adam Silver should exercise his rights as the NBA'S commissioner and get Damian Lillard a slot in the 2015 NBA All-Star game. Lillard has been one of the most electrifying players in the NBA this season. He shows up every night with the intentions of destroying the oppositions lead guard. Other than Russell Westbrook Lillard could be the most intense point guard in the NBA.
A year ago Lillard became the first player to compete in all five skills competitions during all-star break. While most of the league treats all-star break like a mini vacation until the big game Sunday, Lillard chose to give the fans a show to remember. The entire world is still waiting for LeBron James to enter his first dunk competition. Maybe LeBron has been reluctant due to a fear of losing.
Winning is believed to play a key role in the coaches decision of what players make up the reserves. Portland currently has a record of 33-16. Lillard has been great for the Blazers like always. He's averaged 21.7 points, 6.3 assist, 4.6 rebounds and 1.4 steals in 49 games. Frankly, Lillard has dominated while the Blazers have picked up from their success last postseason. What more should Lillard have to do to make the all-star team?
Every time Lillard gets disrespected he returns a better player. This latest snub could spurn him to take his game to another level. A few more game winning baskets could be included in Portland's second-half package.
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