Jimmy Butler was the most valuable player of the 2017 NBA All-Star game.
No, he didn’t get the MVP trophy in New Orleans, which went to Anthony Davis with a record 52 points in the 192-182 West victory over the East team. Russell Westbrook had 41 points in slightly less than 20 minutes and even finished a lob from Kevin Durant, who had a triple double with 21 points, 10 rebounds and 10 assists. Everyone can relax; we think they are friends again. Whew! Giannis Antekokounmpo led the offense-starved East team with 30 points on 12 dunks.
Butler tied his career All-Star scoring high with six points, fewest among East starters, and two points more than West starter low Kawhi Leonard with four points.