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Heat Sharpshooter Ellington Gets Nod For All-Star 3-Point Contest

MIAMI (CBSMiami/AP) — Suddenly it appears that the NBA’s All-Star weekend is being invaded by the Miami Heat.

Wayne Ellington’s primary role with Miami is clear: He’s supposed to attempt a 3-pointer whenever possible.

That’s a winning formula for the Heat.

And it got Ellington to All-Star weekend.

Ellington is one of the eight players picked to compete in the 3-point contest on All-Star Saturday Night, set for Feb. 18 in Los Angeles. Ellington has already set a career-high with 153 3-pointers this season, with nearly half the season still to play.

“I wouldn’t have been mad or upset if I didn’t get the call,” Ellington said.