The Step Back’s Official Guide to All-Star Weekend prop bets

Feb 13, 2016; Toronto, Ontario, Canada; Orlando Magic forward Aaron Gordon competes during the dunk contest during the NBA All Star Saturday Night at Air Canada Centre. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 13, 2016; Toronto, Ontario, Canada; Orlando Magic forward Aaron Gordon competes during the dunk contest during the NBA All Star Saturday Night at Air Canada Centre. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-USA TODAY Sports /
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All-Star MVP

With all of the league’s best players together — in a game where defense can often be optional — pinpointing a single player who could be the standout player from an All-Star Game is never easy.

Russell Westbrook comes into this year’s game off the back of picking up this award for back-to-back seasons, and having potentially redefined the template for what it takes to have an MVP-worthy performance in what is essentially an exhibition game.

Scoring alone is likely not enough to merit consideration in a season when players such as Westbrook and James Harden who are so regularly amassing triple-doubles look set to thrive. With that in mind, it’s unsurprising to see that pair with the shortest odds, and they would seem like logical picks to claim the crown.

In terms of value, LeBron James also looks intriguing considering he hasn’t won the award since 2008 and could be eager to send a reminder of his status to some of his peers. Another player who shouldn’t be dismissed is All-Star debutant Giannis Antetokounmpo. Seeming like a lock to get minutes due to his starting role, and capable of piling up stats and highlights at an alarming rate, the Greek Freak could be a surprising winner.

(All odds for this market are accurate as of 2/15, and can be found listed at bet365)

Russell Westbrook

Odds: +450

James Harden

Odds: +500

Kevin Durant

Odds: +550

Stephen Curry

Odds: +600

Anthony Davis

Odds: +650

LeBron James

Odds: +750

Kyrie Irving

Odds: +1200

Giannis Antetokounmpo

Odds: +1400

Isaiah Thomas

Odds: +1400

Kawhi Leonard

Odds: +1600

No matter whether you decide to stick with the favorites or trust in some underdogs, let’s hope your luck is in with your All-Star bets!