Luka Doncic receives massive All-Star praise from Warriors coach Steve Kerr

Dallas Mavericks point guard Luka Doncic has taken NBA by storm with some fine performances this season. And prior to his starring performance against Golden State Warriors on Thursday, Warriors coach Steve Kerr prophecized that Doncic will be an NBA All-Star this season.

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Luka Doncic All-Star talks premature?

After claiming NBA Rookie of Year in 2018-19, Mavericks star has firmly anunced himself as one of premier players in world this season. So far this season, Luka Doncic has averd a monstrous 29.9 points, 10.6 rebounds and 9.4 assists per game, which has placed him t only in All-Star conversation but wider MVP race alongside Houston Rockets star James Harden and Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo.

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Steve Kerr thinks Luka Doncic All-Star inclusion guaranteed

And  Warriors head coach Steve Kerr has taken full tice as he praised Slovenian and stated that 'Doncic is an All-Star for sure this season.' And just after he made those comments, Luka Doncic inspired Dallas Mavericks to beat Warriors 142-94. Doncic was at his usual best against  Golden State Warriors, scoring 35 points, 10 rebounds and 11 assists.

Luka Doncic All-Star or NBA MVP?

When it comes to naming All-Stars, Luka Doncic will surely benefit from absence of Warriors duo Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson, who are both sidelined due to injury. If Doncic continues his form, he'll be an All-Star come February for sure but bigger question is wher or t he will be named MVP in June. 

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