My 2023 All-NBA 1st, 2nd and 3rd Teams
I don’t hold a vote for any NBA awards but here is my ballot for the All NBA 1st, 2nd and 3rd teams. First Team Jayson Tatum, Boston Celtics Giannis…

BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS – JANUARY 28: Jaylen Brown #7 of the Boston Celtics celebrates during the fourth quarter against the Los Angeles Lakers at TD Garden on January 28, 2023 in Boston, Massachusetts. The Celtics defeat the Lakers 125-121. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)
I don't hold a vote for any NBA awards but here is my ballot for the All NBA 1st, 2nd and 3rd teams.
First Team
Jayson Tatum, Boston Celtics
Maddie Meyer/Getty ImagesBOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - FEBRUARY 01: Jayson Tatum #0 of the Boston Celtics celebrates after scoring against the Brooklyn Nets during the first half at TD Garden on February 01, 2023 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)
Giannis Antetokounmpo
Milwaukee Bucks
Adam Glanzman/Getty ImagesBOSTON, MA - MAY 01 Giannis Antetokounmpo #34 of the Milwaukee Bucks drives to the basket past Robert Williams III #44 of the Boston Celtics during Game One of the Eastern Conference Semifinals at TD Garden on May 1, 2022 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Adam Glanzman/Getty Images)
Nikola Jokić, Denver Nuggets
Matthew Stockman/Getty ImagesDENVER, COLORADO - JANUARY 01: Nikola Jokic #15 of the Denver Nuggets puts up a shot against Grant Williams #12 of the Boston Celtics during the fourth quarter at Ball Arena on January 01, 2023 in Denver, Colorado. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Matthew Stockman/Getty Images)
Ja Morant, Memphis Grizzles
Luka Dončić, Dallas Mavericks
Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAYFeb 23, 2021; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Mavericks guard Luka Doncic (77) shoots over Boston Celtics guard Kemba Walker (8) during the second half at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports
Second Team
Jimmy Butler, Miami Heat
Maddie Meyer/Getty ImagesBOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - MAY 27: Jimmy Butler #22 of the Miami Heat shoots a three point basket against Marcus Smart #36 of the Boston Celtics during the fourth quarter in Game Six of the 2022 NBA Playoffs Eastern Conference Finals at TD Garden on May 27, 2022 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)
Domantas Sabonis, Sacramento Kings
Joel Embiid, Philadelphia 76ers
Gregory Fisher-USA TODAY SportsJan 14, 2022; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (21) dribbles the ball against Boston Celtics center Al Horford (42) during the first quarter at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Gregory Fisher-USA TODAY Sports
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander
Oklahoma City Thunder
James Harden, Philadelphia 76ers
Tim Nwachukwu/Getty ImagesPHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - FEBRUARY 06: James Harden #13 of the Brooklyn Nets drives against Ben Simmons #25 of the Philadelphia 76ers during the third quarter at Wells Fargo Center on February 06, 2021 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images)
Third Team
Anthony Davis, Los Angeles Lakers
Paul Rutherford-USA TODAY SportsNov 19, 2021; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (0) drives to the basket defended by Los Angeles Lakers guard Avery Bradley (20) and Los Angeles Lakers forward Anthony Davis (3) during the first half at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Paul Rutherford-USA TODAY Sports
Damian Lillard
Portland Trail Blazers
Jonathan Ferrey/Getty ImagesDamian Lillard #0 of the Portland Trail Blazers handles the ball during the second half against the Golden State Warriors in game four of the NBA Western Conference Finals at Moda Center on May 20, 2019 in Portland, Oregon. (Photo by Jonathan Ferrey/Getty Images)
Donovan Mitchell
Cleveland Cavaliers
(Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - OCTOBER 28: Donovan Mitchell #45 of the Cleveland Cavaliers takes a shot against Luke Kornet #40 of the Boston Celtics during the second half at TD Garden on October 28, 2022 in Boston, Massachusetts. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)
Lauri Markkanen, Utah Jazz

Jan 3, 2023; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Utah Jazz forward Kelly Olynyk (41) congratulates forward Lauri Markkanen (23) after a basket against the Sacramento Kings during the first quarter at Vivint Arena. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Creveling-USA TODAY Sports
Jaylen Brown, Boston Celtics
Maddie Meyer/Getty ImagesBOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - JUNE 08: Jaylen Brown #7 of the Boston Celtics reacts to a play against Draymond Green #23 of the Golden State Warriors in the first quarter during Game Three of the 2022 NBA Finals at TD Garden on June 08, 2022 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)
To recap:
First Team:
Luka Dončić, Dallas Mavericks
Ja Morant, Memphis Grizzles
Jayson Tatum, Boston Celtics
Giannis Antetokounmpo, Milwaukee Bucks
Nikola Jokić, Denver Nuggets
Second Team:
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Oklahoma City Thunder
James Harden, Philadelphia 76ers
Jimmy Butler, Miami Heat
Domantas Sabonis, Sacramento Kings
Joel Embiid, Philadelphia 76ers
Third Team:
Damian Lillard, Portland Trail Blazers
Donovan Mitchell, Cleveland Cavaliers
Lauri Markkanen, Utah Jazz
Jaylen Brown, Boston Celtics
Anthony Davis, Los Angeles Lakers





