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In the months since, Allen has approached Harden’s level, which is why the Cavaliers center will replace an injured Harden in the All-Star game.

NBA release:

Cleveland Cavaliers center Jarrett Allen has been named by NBA Commissioner Adam Silver to replace injured Philadelphia 76ers guard James Harden on Team LeBron in the 2022 NBA All-Star Game.

Allen is a perfectly fine choice. Milwaukee already has Giannis Antetokounmpo and Khris Middleton as All-Stars. Trailing the Cavs in the standings, Boston and Toronto already have one All-Star.

Allen and Garland will represent the Cavaliers with All-Star Weekend in Cleveland.

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