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Why Chris Paul should have made the 2017 NBA All-Star team

By Andre Snellings

Dec 14, 2016; Orlando, FL, USA; LA Clippers guard Chris Paul (3) looks on against the Orlando Magic during the second half at Amway Center. LA Clippers defeated the Orlando Magic 113-108. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 14, 2016; Orlando, FL, USA; LA Clippers guard Chris Paul (3) looks on against the Orlando Magic during the second half at Amway Center. LA Clippers defeated the Orlando Magic 113-108. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports /
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Whether it was because of injury or being overshadowed by a deep crop of Western Conference guards, Chris Paul was left off the All-Star team. That doesn’t mean he didn’t have a strong case.

The All-Star team was just announced, and Chris Paul wasn’t chosen. This marks the first time since 2007 that Paul hasn’t been selected to the team, a nine-year run of greatness. Paul’s All-Star case was obviously damaged by his injuries, but he’s been able to play in 36 of the team’s 47 games, including 27 of the team’s 30 wins. No, Paul played enough that his level of play should have been the primary way by which he was judged…and based upon his level, Paul has been one of the best and most impactful players in the NBA through the first half of the season.

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