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Kevin Durant out, LaMelo Ball in for the NBA All-Star Game

Kevin Durant was the leading vote recipient for the Eastern Conference this year, but he won’t be physically ready to go for the All-Star Game.

On Monday, the league announced LaMelo Ball will replace Durant on the roster. Ball is averaging 19.6 points, 7.1 rebounds and 7.5 assists per game this season with Charlotte.

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