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LeBron James omitted for first time since 2004 as NBA reveals all-star starters

There will be a regular missing from the 2026 NBA All-Star game starting lineups. For the first time since 2004, his rookie season, the Los Angeles Lakers' LeBron James was not selected as a starter in the mid-season classic.

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Published: 1/19/2026
Updated: 1/20/2026
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Sportsnet.ca reports on LeBron James omitted for first time since 2004 as NBA reveals all-star starters

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The first-ever World team for the NBA All-Star Game is already looking loaded. And the fate of LeBron James' record streak of All-Star selections will now be decided by coaches, or perhaps even Commissioner Adam Silver.

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Mike Chen2 hours ago

Finally some real action on climate change. This legislation is long overdue and I hope it passes quickly despite the opposition from oil-dependent provinces.

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Jennifer Walsh3 hours ago

As someone who works in Alberta's energy sector, I'm concerned about the economic impact. The transition fund sounds good in theory but will it actually help workers like me?