Averaging only 18 points per game, why should Wiggins be the starter for the Western Conference All-Stars?

In 2014, Wiggins was selected as the No. 1 pick by the Cavaliers, but was later traded to the Minnesota Timberwolves. After eight years of training, Wiggins gradually made people forget his status as the No. 1 pick and became the main forward swingman of the Golden State Warriors. Although he has steadily controlled his personal scoring to around 18 points per game and is known as a point-control wizard, Wiggins' performance on the defensive end deserves praise. This season, Wiggins' personal defensive efficiency ranks 22nd in the league, while his net efficiency has exceeded 20, ranking 18th in the league. When the Warriors encountered various injury problems, Wiggins used his stable performance to help the team gain a foothold.

This season the Warriors played the ultimate team basketball without Thompson coming back. They are first in the league. The team has several stars leading All-Star voting. Even Thompson, who has not played for two years, is ranked at the top of the guard list. Wiggins and Green were selected smoothly. This is an affirmation of the Warriors' wonderful performance. All four players on the team have a chance to enter the All-Star.

It’s not that Wiggins doesn’t have physical fitness, it’s that he doesn’t like to perform, but he still has the ability to complete a powerful dunk. As a carnival for fans and players, the All-Stars need someone to deliver that kind of performance. Although Wiggins rarely performs in official games, he is definitely capable of showing his talent. Therefore, he entered the All-Star lineup not only because of Warriors fans, but also because he was needed on the All-Star stage.

In terms of defense, Wiggins can be called the first single defensive player in the league. He's a top-notch defensive player who can really defend from one to five. Even facing a perverted breakthrough like Antetokounmpo, Wiggins can put pressure on Antetokounmpo. The Warriors' defensive efficiency can rank first in the league this season, which has a lot to do with Wiggins' defense. Playing basketball cannot rely solely on offense. While a flashy offense can draw attention, a solid defense can lead to championships.

In a team with enough exposure and a top record, even if the personal data is not outstanding enough, there is a high chance of being selected as an All-Star. Curry may be the only one who can be selected to the All-Star starting lineup based on the performance of the Warriors on the edge of the playoffs last season. But now, thanks to the Warriors' high record and extremely high popularity, Wiggins received a lot of votes in the fan voting stage. It is for this reason that he can successfully be selected into the All-Star starting lineup when players and media votes are at a disadvantage.