The NBA’s Finest: Our All-NBA Selections for 2024-2025  

Published: 04/18/2025 12:00 am

The Titans of 2024-2025: All-NBA Team Selections

The 2024-2025 NBA season has been a spectacle of jaw-dropping performances, where veterans defy age, superstars cement legacies, and young guns plan to write the future. As the regular season curtains close, the All-NBA teams stand as the ultimate salute to those who’ve dominated the hardwood. From Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s mesmerizing drives to Trae Young’s playmaking, here are the All-NBA First, Second, and Third Teams for 2024-2025, celebrating the players who’ve defined this unforgettable season.

All-NBA First Team

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander | Oklahoma City Thunder
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander doesn’t just play basketball; he conducts symphonies on the court. Leading the NBA with 32.7 points per game, alongside 5.0 rebounds and 6.4 assists, Shai’s buttery-smooth handles and uncanny ability to finish through contact have made him a nightmare for defenders. His leadership has transformed the Thunder into a juggernaut, outscoring opponents by a staggering 12.6 points per game, most in NBA history. At 26, Shai’s blend of poise and explosiveness marks him as the face of the league’s next era, earning him a no-brainer First Team spot.

Nikola Jokic | Denver Nuggets
Nikola Jokic is a basketball savant, rewriting what a big man can do. Averaging 29.6 points, 12.7 rebounds, and 10.2 assists, he’s a walking triple-double, threading passes that defy logic. Jokic’s ability to dominate without ego, paired with his clutch scoring, keeps the Nuggets in the title hunt. His third MVP candidacy feels inevitable, and his First Team selection is unanimous.

Giannis Antetokounmpo | Milwaukee Bucks
Giannis Antetokounmpo is a force of nature, a 6’11” freight train who averages 30.4 points, 11.9 rebounds, and 6.5 assists. His relentless rim attacks and suffocating defense have carried the Bucks through turbulent times, with his signature Eurostep leaving defenders in the dust. Despite Milwaukee’s ups and downs, Giannis’ heart and hustle shine, making him a cornerstone of this First Team and a perennial MVP threat.

Jayson Tatum | Boston Celtics
Jayson Tatum has evolved into Boston’s heartbeat, blending silky scoring with newfound playmaking. His 26.8 points, 8.7 rebounds, and 6.0 assists per game tell only half the story, his ability to take over games, like his clutch daggers in March, has the Celtics dreaming of another banner. Tatum’s two-way versatility and leadership in a stacked Eastern Conference cement his First Team status, signaling a superstar in his prime.

Anthony Edwards | Minnesota Timberwolves
Anthony Edwards is the NBA’s new electric spark, a 23-year-old phenom whose 27.6 points, 5.7 rebounds, and 4.5 assists barely capture his impact. His high-flying dunks and fearless three-point barrages have turned the Timberwolves into Western Conference contenders. Edwards’ charisma and clutch gene, make his First Team nod a bold statement, one that says the league’s future runs through him.

All-NBA Second Team

Stephen Curry | Golden State Warriors
Stephen Curry, at 36, is still bending defenses with his gravity-defying threes, averaging 24.5 points at 40.8% from deep, plus 4.4 rebounds and 6.0 assists. His off-ball movement and clutch shooting keep the Warriors alive in a brutal West. Curry’s genius lies in making the impossible routine, earning him a Second Team spot as a living legend.

LeBron James | Los Angeles Lakers
LeBron James, now 40, is rewriting the aging curve. Averaging 24.4 points, 7.8 rebounds, and 8.2 assists. His court vision and leadership remain unmatched, guiding the Lakers through a rollercoaster season. LeBron’s Second Team nod celebrates a career that continues to defy logic, blending veteran savvy with superstar output.

Donovan Mitchell | Cleveland Cavaliers
Donovan Mitchell is Cleveland’s firestarter, pouring in 24.0 points, 4.5 rebounds, and 5.0 assists per game. His explosive drives and timely threes have fueled the Cavaliers’ playoff charge. Mitchell’s knack for big moments makes him a Second Team lock, though some argue his consistency warrants First Team consideration.

Jalen Brunson | New York Knicks
Jalen Brunson is the Knicks’ pulse, a 6’2” dynamo averaging 26.0 points, 2.9 rebounds, and 7.3 assists. His crafty footwork and clutch mid-range game have turned Madison Square Garden into a fortress. Brunson’s evolution into a top-tier point guard, especially his playmaking leap, secures his Second Team spot, signaling New York’s bright future.

James Harden | Los Angeles Clippers
James Harden has reinvented himself as a maestro, averaging 22.8 points, 5.8 rebounds, and 8.7 assists. While his scoring has dipped, his ability to orchestrate the Clippers’ offense, threading no-look passes through tight windows, remains elite. Harden’s Second Team selection stirs debate, some prefer flashier scorers, but his veteran guile and playmaking tilt the scales, proving there’s more to impact than points.

All-NBA Third Team

Evan Mobley | Cleveland Cavaliers
Evan Mobley is a defensive titan at 23, anchoring Cleveland with 18.5 points, 9.3 rebounds, and 1.6 blocks per game. His ability to switch onto guards and swat shots at the rim makes him a game-changer, with analysts eyeing him for Defensive Player of the Year, with Quick Sports Chat picking him to win the award. Mobley’s Third Team nod heralds a star whose ceiling keeps rising.

Cade Cunningham | Detroit Pistons
Cade Cunningham has arrived, averaging 26.1 points, 6.1 rebounds, and 9.1 assists in a breakout campaign. His poise, vision, and knack for hitting big shots have given the Pistons hope, turning a rebuilding franchise into a scrappy contender. Cunningham’s Third Team spot reflects his leap toward stardom, with Detroit finally building around its cornerstone.

Karl-Anthony Towns | New York Knicks
Karl-Anthony Towns quietly delivers, averaging 24.4 points, 12.8 rebounds, and 3.1 assists. His floor-spacing and soft touch from deep complement New York’s attack, even as Brunson steals headlines. Towns’ Third Team selection rewards his reliability, and adaptability as a veteran presence in a young, hungry squad.

Trae Young | Atlanta Hawks
Trae Young is the league’s assist king, dishing 11.6 dimes per game alongside 24.2 points. Despite the Hawks’ struggles and defensive critiques, his ability to dismantle defenses single-handedly is undeniable. Young’s Third Team nod, a rarity among analyst picks, celebrates his individual brilliance, betting on his potential to elevate Atlanta.

Tyrese Haliburton | Indiana Pacers
Tyrese Haliburton is an offensive sorcerer, conjuring 18.6 points and 9.2 assists per game with audacious lobs and logo threes. His pinpoint passes and pull-up threes have powered the Pacers’ up-tempo attack, making Indy a playoff threat. Haliburton’s Third Team spot highlights his vision and flair, marking him as a point guard to watch for years.