Regarding whether to continue his nine-year sabbatical from the NBA or compete in his second NBA All-Star game, one of the league’s most renowned two-way players remained largely indifferent.
When TNT announced the NBA’s All-Star reserves, Milwaukee Bucks player Jrue Holiday first took his kids to see the newest “Minions” film instead of turning on the television. Holiday changed to TNT after being nudged by his wife Lauren, only to hear his name called.
“I was definitely taken aback,” Holiday stated to NBA.com. However, it was a welcome surprise.
After all, Holiday’s consistent scoring (19.1 points per game), leadership, and defence have helped the Bucks (39-17) earn the second-best record in the Eastern Conference heading into their Tuesday (7:30 ET, TNT) home game against the Boston Celtics (41-16). Holiday has not, however, been an NBA All-Star since
I’m not here for the accolades. At the beginning of the season, my goal wasn’t to be an All-Star. It was to get in a groove, be on a good team and get myself prepared for the season to win the best we can. But it’s cool to see other coaches and players recognize your talent and all the hard work you put in because I know they go through the same thing. It’s an honor.
There are only seven reserve spots, and coaches always agonize which players they select at the expense of others. But how did it land with you that this will be only your second All-Star appearance and your first since 2013?
Honestly, I just care about working hard and making my stamp in the league. I feel like coming to Milwaukee was one of the best things that happened to me in my career. Obviously, we won a championship (in 2021). Then I went to Japan and won a gold medal (at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics). But this organization, my teammates — Giannis and Khris being the pillars of our team — playing with them has been really fun. Being here has been a joy. I’ve been glad to be here.
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