Lakers' LeBron James named as NBA All-Star for 21st straight season

Los Angeles Lakers The star LeBron James Continued to stretch records in his 22nd NBA season after being named to a second All-Star Game.

James was named a starter for the game Thursday when the league announced the Western and Eastern Conference starting lineups. It will be his 21st straight All-Star Game and 20th consecutive start, according to Lakers Communications. He will be the first player over the age of 40 to start an All-Star Game.

The three-time All-Star Game MVP surpassed Kareem Abdul-Jabbar last year when he was named to his 20th All-Star selection.

Here’s what you need to know.

Why was LeBron James named an All-Star?

James, along with the other nine starters, was selected by a weighted vote of fans (50%), players (25%) and selected media (25%). Each team’s lineup consists of two backcourt players and three frontcourt players.

He is averaging 23.7 points, nine assists and 7.5 rebounds per game this season. James has been dealing with a left foot injury that has kept him on the injury report in recent days.

How has LeBron James fared in the All-Star Game during his career?

LeBron James has scored 434 points, 114 rebounds and 113 assists in 20 All-Star games. He also recorded 22 steals and made 41 of 138 (.297) on his third-point attempts.

This file has been updated with new information.

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