This week in the NBA: What’s LeBron plotting with his All-Star picks?

Odds and review of NBA action

We’re back with another week of talking points in the NBA. The trade deadline came to a close with some big names on the move but others controversially staying put.

On the court, the Boston Celtics have some explaining to do while Orlando Magic have pulled a rabbit out of the hat with three wins in their last three games.

Marc Gasol has a new team, but we begin with LeBron James and his intriguing All-Star picks…

King James looking for his prince?

Thursday’s All-Star draft was always going to draw attention from the fans – but James’ picks just add to the interest ahead of the game itself next week.

The Los Angeles Lakers lynchpin selected a clutch of free-agents including Kevin Durant, Kawhi Leonard, Klay Thompson and Kyrie Irving.

It’s no big revelation that the Lakers may be looking for new blood – after they offered near enough their full roster in an attempt to lure Anthony Davis from New Orleans Pelicans in the last fortnight.

‘Bron dismissed that it’s all a ploy to recruit a new star for his side, but not many players will turn down linking up with the three-time NBA champion.

Celtics failing to Hoop

Back to the hardwood and Boston Celtics have had a miserable week after they let slip wins against Lakers and Los Angeles Clippers.

Celtics own Marcus Morris has said the team are playing like a ‘bunch of individuals’ and that it ‘hasn’t been fun for a long time’.