These selections reflect each player’s outstanding performance throughout the regular season, with James and Curry landing on the All-NBA Second Team and Harden earning a spot on the Third Team.
Yet for all the individual glory, none of their squads managed to advance deep into the 2025 playoffs. The Lakers, Warriors, and Clippers all bowed out earlier than anticipated.
LeBron and Curry Shine with All-NBA Selections
The Los Angeles Lakers’ icon LeBron James made the All-NBA Second Team at 40 years old, becoming the oldest player ever to earn that honor and marking his 21st All-NBA nod in a 22-year career.
Over the regular season, he averaged 24.4 points, 7.8 rebounds, and 8.2 assists per game, shooting 51.3% from the field. His leadership helped the Lakers stay competitive, even if they fell short of a deep playoff run.
Golden State’s sharpshooter Stephen Curry joined James on the All-NBA Second Team for the 11th time, further cementing his place among the NBA’s greats. Curry posted 24.5 points, 4.4 rebounds, and 6.0 assists per game, while sinking 39.7% of his three-point attempts.
His long-range prowess kept the Warriors in contention all season long and made him a top pick for three-point and scoring prop bets.
On the All-NBA Third Team, Los Angeles Clippers guard James Harden returned to the postseason spotlight with his first All-NBA selection since 2020. Harden averaged 22.8 points, 5.8 rebounds, and 8.7 assists, showcasing his ability to both score and create.
His knack for drawing fouls and racking up assists made him a popular target in player prop markets for NBA betting, even if the Clippers’ playoff journey ended sooner than many expected.
Unexpected Playoff Exits Dim California’s Hopes
Despite James’s resilience, the Lakers were upset in the first round by the Minnesota Timberwolves, losing 4–1 after a Game 5 defeat sealed their fate in early May. Their early exit disappointed fans who hoped LeBron’s veteran presence would power a deep run.
Golden State’s campaign ended in the second round, where the Warriors fell 4–1 to the Timberwolves as well. Stephen Curry missed multiple games with a hamstring issue, and Golden State couldn’t overcome their injury woes, closing out their season far below preseason expectations.
The Clippers suffered a dramatic Game 7 blowout on May 3, falling 120–101 to the Denver Nuggets. Despite Harden’s All-NBA form during the regular season, Los Angeles couldn’t translate that success into postseason wins, leaving bettors and fans alike wondering what might have been.
While James, Curry, and Harden earned All-NBA honors for their outstanding individual seasons, the swift playoff departures for the Lakers, Warriors, and Clippers remind us that team success and individual accolades don’t always go hand in hand.
California’s big three now turn their focus to the offseason, aiming to regroup and chase both team and personal milestones in 2025–26.
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