Isaiah Thomas Comments on Being Voted to 2016 NBA All-Star Game

“But all that said, he earned it by being one of the guys that’s played at that level thus far”. Bad losses to the Nets and Lakers, as well as some blown 20 point leads are what separates the Celtics from the top of the standings. It’s his first All-Star Game selection.

Along with Thomas, the Eastern Conference All-Star reserves include Atlanta Hawks forward Paul Millsap, Miami Heat forward Chris Bosh, Chicago Bulls guard Jimmy Butler, Washington Wizards guard John Wall, Detroit Pistons forward Andre Drummond, and Toronto Raptors guard DeMar DeRozan.

Isaiah Thomas (ankle) tallied 14 points (5-14 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 4-4 FT) and eight assists in 27 minutes during the Boston Celtics ‘ 113-94 win against the Magic on Friday.

Boston Celtics guard Isaiah Thomas (4) drives through the defense of Orlando Magic guards Victor Oladipo (5) and Elfrid Payton during the first quarter of an NBA basketball game Friday, Jan. 29, 2016, in Boston. “People like being around him, so people will root for people like that”, Stevens said. Many games will boil down to small ball anyway, and the Celtics are well equipped for it. “He’s got the “keep on doubting me” attitude”. “But I’m not satisfied”.

And it is that team component that has been critical to Thomas’ success in Boston, which is why shortly after he was named an all-star he sent out a Twitter message thanking his teammates for their role in him becoming an all-star. I’m trying to just enjoy the moment.

More of Thomas’ reaction can be found in the video above.