Jan 14, 2026; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Brooklyn Nets forward Michael Porter Jr. (17) and center Nic Claxton (33) head to the locker room after the game against the New Orleans Pelicans at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Who Can Become the Next Brooklyn Nets' All-Star?

Originally posted on Brooklyn Nets on SI
By Sameer Kumar | Last updated Feb 14, 2026 4:49 PM ET

The Brooklyn Nets haven't had an All-Star since 2022, when Kevin Durant represented the team in the festivities.

Though Durant and Kyrie Irving were technically voted in as All-Stars during the 2023 season as Nets, both represented their new teams in the game, the Phoenix Suns and Dallas Mavericks, respectively.

Here are the candidates on the current Nets' roster who have a shot of becoming the next player to represent Brooklyn in the All-Star Game.

Michael Porter Jr.

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Michael Porter Jr. had a legitimate shot to make the All-Star team this season, as he's averaging 25 points per game on elite efficiency.

Porter has taken his game to the next level in his first season in Brooklyn, especially with his ability to score off the ball.

Had the Nets have had a better record, there's no doubt in my mind that Porter would've been representing the borough in Los Angeles.

Assuming MPJ sticks around in Brooklyn and is part of the next Nets team to compete for a title, Porter should eventually be able to get a chance to make his first All-Star team, but he'll need to continue scoring at this level for that to become a reality.

Nic Claxton

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Nic Claxton's numbers aren't gaudy, but he's proven he can impact winning basketball on both sides of the floor with the right personnel surrounding him.

Claxton was a legitimate Defensive Player of the Year candidate in Durant and Irving's final season in Brooklyn and provided efficient scoring around the rim.

He's taken his game to a whole new level this season, especially as a playmaker and driver to the rim.

Claxton will never be a primary scorer, but his defensive and all-around contributions on a winning team could earn him a nod in the All-Star Game at some point.

Egor Dëmin

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Egor Dëmin has recently shifted to the two guard position, but his 3-point shooting and playmaking skills could still help him produce the numbers necessary to make an All-Star team.

The key for him remains improving his midrange game and ability to drive and finish at the rim.

Nolan Traoré

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Nolan Traoré recently stepped in as the starting point guard for Dëmin, as his speed has helped him touch the paint with ease. He's also been showcasing an incredible floater and ability to spray the ball around the court.

Consistency in those departments could help him become an All-Star.

This article first appeared on Brooklyn Nets on SI and was syndicated with permission.

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