The announcement of the 2025 NBA All-Star Game starters on Thursday night sparked immediate controversy.
Former NBA forward Chandler Parsons has dismissed claims that Charlotte Hornets' LaMelo Ball was snubbed from the 2025 NBA All-Star Game starting lineup, emphasizing that individual statistics aren't enough when playing for an underperforming team.
Speaking on FanDuel TV's "Run it Back" podcast, Parsons addressed the controversy following Thursday night's announcement of the Eastern Conference starting guards. While Ball has posted better numbers than selected starters Cleveland's Donovan Mitchell and New York's Jalen Brunson in points, rebounds, assists, blocks, and three-pointers, Parsons was firm in his stance.