Analysis: Aldridge's subtle game has never been the best fit for All-Star action, and he shot a West-worst 2-of-8 from the field, including an early airball. Aldridge surely did endear himself to Popovich by playing some defense, stopping Thomas at the rim and coming up with an athletic steal.
Analysis: The notion that Bryant would win MVP in his All-Star farewell didn't come to fruition, as he shot 4-of-11, worst of the West starters. There were glimpses of the game that once made Bryant the all-time leading scorer in All-Star history. He knocked down a couple of fadeaways, including one over Anthony, and made a 3 after up-faking Drummond out of position.