Dallas Mavericks: Could Dennis Smith Jr. Make the All-Star Team?

By Kohl Rast

Aug 24, 2017

TARRYTOWN, NY - AUGUST 11: Dennis Smith Jr. #1 of the Dallas Mavericks poses for a portrait during the 2017 NBA Rookie Photo Shoot at MSG training center on August 11, 2017 in Tarrytown, New York. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Brian Babineau/Getty Images) /

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This year’s class of rookies hit with a bang and anyone who got a top-10 choice in the draft new they were getting some big time help for their roster. Markelle Fultz, Lonzo Ball, DeAaron Fox, Jayson Tatum and the rest of the guys picked immediately had big shoes to fill. Dennis Smith Jr. is no exception to that group.

However, when highlights and rumors about a 48″ vertical started getting around, Smith’s popularity started thundering forward, and not just in Dallas. People all over the US are aware of this kid and, if he delivers, people will know.

Lonzo Ball in LAL is probably the most popular pick for a rookie to make the All-Star game, but if it comes down to fan votes nationwide, I believe that DSJ will have a bigger following once people see him play. Plus, a lot of people are going to vote against Lavar Ball no matter what.

(Obviously it will take some injuries for this to happen, considering the guard heavy western conference.)