# Can the Nets crash the All-Star party?

> Brooklyn has two real paths to an All-Star spot, but both depend on wins as much as numbers.
- Title: Can the Nets crash the All-Star party? · Brooklyn Nets On SI
- Summary: Brooklyn has two real paths to an All-Star spot, but both depend on wins as much as numbers. Porter or Randle can make the All-Star case only if Brooklyn…
- Keywords: brooklyn nets, nba all-star game, eastern conference, michael porter jr., julius randle, jordi fernandez, play-in mix, kevin durant, kyrie irving, tyrese haliburton, sports, Nets
- Source: Brooklyn Nets On SI — https://si.com/nba/nets/onsi/can-the-brooklyn-nets-have-an-all-star-representative-this-season
- Published: 2026-09-15T19:10:19+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: brooklyn nets, nba all-star game, eastern conference, michael porter jr., julius randle, jordi fernandez, play-in mix, kevin durant, kyrie irving, tyrese haliburton, sports
## The East is crowded
The conference gets 12 All-Star spots, and about nine already look close to claimed by stars like Brunson, Tatum, Giannis, Mitchell and LeBron.

> The NBA usually has 12 players from each conference participate in the All-Star Game
## Only a few openings
That leaves roughly three spots for a long list of candidates, including Maxey, Barnes, Adebayo, Banchero, Trae Young, Embiid and others.

> there are plenty of other candidates who could contend for the roughly three spots
## Haliburton could jump back
If Tyrese Haliburton returns to his old form and Indiana looks elite again, one of those open slots may disappear fast.

> we might have to pre-reserve a spot for Haliburton as well
## Winning matters most
Borderline All-Star cases usually need strong numbers and a winning team. Coaches tend to reward team success when filling reserve spots.

> head coaches tend to value the latter a lot more
## Randle needs proof
Julius Randle has three All-Star nods, but his last selection was three years ago. He needs both production and a Nets surge to reopen the door.

> fans and coaches will have to see that to believe it
## Porter has buzz
Michael Porter Jr. had scoring buzz last season, but Brooklyn was not good enough to push him in. Jordi Fernandez thinks he can break through in February.

> Nets coach Jordi Fernandez believes MPJ will make the cut in February
## Brooklyn has a path
If the Nets stay near the play-in race and Porter or Randle posts strong numbers, Brooklyn could send its first All-Star since Durant and Irving.

> there is a chance Brooklyn could send its first All-Star
## Key takeaway

Porter or Randle can make the All-Star case only if Brooklyn stays relevant in the standings.