Unexpected Snubs and Surprises Shake Up 2025 All-NBA First Team Featuring Gilgeous-Alexander, Jokić, and Antetokounmpo

There’s something electric about this year’s All-NBA team announcement — especially with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, fresh off his MVP win, commanding the spotlight on the first team. Honestly, it feels like the basketball gods smiled a little extra on the Oklahoma City Thunder star, who’s been rewriting the narrative week after week. But he’s not alone up there — seasoned vets like Nikola Jokić and Giannis Antetokounmpo, alongside emerging powerhouses Jayson Tatum and Donovan Mitchell, round out a squad that’s as fierce as it is formidable. What’s particularly intriguing this season is how the positional constraints have loosened up, breaking the mold of the classic lineups and giving voters the freedom to recognize pure talent without forcing it into a box. Plus, the grit it takes to lock in 65 games minimum? That alone tells a story of durability and dedication. This is more than just an honor roll—it’s a reflection of narratives, rivalries, and relentless hustle all culminating in one stellar lineup. Ready to dive into the full roster and breakdown? LEARN MORE

AdvertisementShai-Gilgeous Alexander, Oklahoma City Thunder
Nikola Jokić, Denver Nuggets
Giannis Antetokounmpo, Milwaukee Bucks
Jayson Tatum, Boston Celtics
Donovan Mitchell, Cleveland CavaliersCade Cunningham, Detroit Pistons
Tyrese Haliburton, Indiana Pacers
Jalen Williams, Oklahoma City Thunder
Karl-Anthony Towns, New York Knicks
James Harden, Los Angeles Clippers

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All-NBA First Team

To no surprise, NBA MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander headlined the All-NBA first team that was announced on Friday.

All-NBA Second Team

As of last season, All-NBA teams didn’t have to be named by position (i.e., two guards, two forwards, one center). That could make some traditionalists wince, but it also doesn’t mean voters have to stretch to include someone just to fill out a position. Or exclude someone because a particular position was already filled. Players also had to appear in a minimum of 65 games to be eligible for regular season awards.

All-NBA Third Team

Jalen Brunson, New York Knicks
Anthony Edwards, Minnesota Timberwolves
Stephen Curry, Golden State Warriors
Evan Mobley, Cleveland Cavaliers
LeBron James, Los Angeles Lakers