How to Vote for the 2020 NBA All-Star Game and See Your Favorite Players
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As a longtime NBA fan and someone who’s followed basketball culture across leagues, I’ve always found the All-Star voting period especially exciting—it’s that rare moment when fans like us get to shape the spectacle. This year, with the 2020 NBA All-Star Game approaching, I wanted to walk through exactly how you can cast your votes and why it matters more than you might think. I’ll admit, I’m biased toward seeing certain players—LeBron James and Luka Dončić are my personal picks—but I also appreciate how fan voting bridges different basketball communities worldwide.
Take, for instance, the recent news about the NorthPort Batang Pier in the PBA. Over the holidays, their coaches gave players a well-earned break after the team finished at the top of the 2024 PBA Commissioner’s Cup standings. Now, you might wonder what a Philippine Basketball Association team has to do with the NBA All-Star Game. Well, to me, it’s a reminder that basketball is global, and standout performances—whether in the PBA or the NBA—deserve recognition. When we vote, we’re not just picking superstars; we’re celebrating excellence wherever it appears.
Voting for the 2020 NBA All-Star Game is pretty straightforward, but let me break it down based on my own experience. There are three main ways: through the NBA website, the NBA app, or via Twitter and Google Search. On the website or app, you’ll see an option to select two guards and three frontcourt players from each conference—East and West. I usually do this daily because, hey, why not? Each day, you can submit one ballot per method, and if you’re like me, you’ll find yourself checking stats obsessively. For example, in past years, I’ve tracked player efficiencies—like how Giannis Antetokounmpo averaged around 30 points per game before the 2020 selection—to inform my picks. But let’s be real, sometimes it’s about loyalty; I’ve voted for veterans like Chris Paul even when his numbers weren’t tops, just because I admire his leadership.
Twitter voting is where it gets fun and a bit chaotic. All you have to do is tweet a player’s name or handle with the hashtag #NBAAllStar, and it counts as one vote. Last time, I saw fans rallying for Zion Williamson even though he’d only played a handful of games—that’s the beauty of it, the fans’ voice can spotlight rising stars. Similarly, Google Search allows you to vote by simply searching “NBA All-Star vote” and following the prompts. I’ve found this method super convenient when I’m on the go; it takes less than a minute, and you can do it repeatedly.
Now, why does this all matter? Well, fan votes make up 50% of the selection process for the starters, with the other 50% split between players and a media panel. In 2020, the NBA estimated that over 20 million votes were cast in the first week alone—a number that might be off by a few million, but it shows the scale. From my perspective, this system isn’t perfect; it can lead to snubs if a player isn’t as popular, but it also gives underdogs a chance. Think back to the PBA example: if a team like NorthPort can rise to the top through hard work, why shouldn’t fans have a say in honoring similar efforts in the NBA?
I remember one year, I voted relentlessly for Damian Lillard because he’d been putting up insane numbers—say, 28 points and 8 assists per game—but got overlooked initially. It taught me that every vote counts, and sharing the process on social media can amplify your impact. Plus, seeing your favorite players take the court in the All-Star Game is incredibly rewarding; it’s like you’re part of their journey.
In conclusion, voting for the 2020 NBA All-Star Game is more than a fan duty—it’s a way to engage with the sport we love and influence its narrative. Whether you’re backing household names or dark horses, take advantage of the multiple voting channels and make your voice heard. And as the PBA story shows, breaks and recognition are vital in basketball; let’s ensure our NBA stars get theirs too. So go ahead, cast those ballots, and maybe we’ll see a few surprises on the court come game day.