Antetokounmpo, 30, was the overall leading vote-getter and one of five Eastern Conference players named as an all-star starter when the results of a fan, media and player vote wer

The starters for the Eastern Conference were announced as guard Jalen Brunson of the New York Knicks, guard Donovan Mitchell of the Cleveland Cavaliers, center Karl-Anthony Towns of the Knicks, forward Giannis Antetokounmpo of the Milwaukee Bucks, and forward Jayson Tatum of the Boston Celtics.

The NBA revealed the starters – some of them, anyway – for the revamped All-Star Game on Thursday night, and there wasn't much in the way of surprises. James is now officially an All-Star for the 21st year, and Antetokounmpo is now the ninth player to win the fan vote in back-to-back seasons.

NBA All-Star Game were announced on Thursday night, and there will be a lot of familiar faces taking place in this year's event.

James will make his record 21st consecutive start as an All-Star and Curry, the long-time face of the Golden State Warriors, is now formally serving as host for the weekend with his 11th All-Star appearance.

Steph Curry was named an All-Star starter, cementing his 11th career selection. With the festivities coming to the Bay Area for the first time since 2000, All-Star weekend is set up to be a celebration of Curry’s career and accomplishments.