Following a grueling 121-113 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves, Phoenix Suns star forward Kevin Durant how a once double-digit lead got away from them.

Tim Bontemps unveils his 24 picks for the East and West All-Star rosters, filled with new starters, wild-card intrigue and some agonizing decisions.

Golden State and Phoenix will square off in a matchup of Western Conference opponents. The teams square off Friday for the first time this season.

"Obviously I’m a player so I’m trying to play but it’s not up to me,” Dunn said.

While the NBA and its fans are focused on the upcoming trade deadline, the games keep coming — and the best keep separating themselves from the rest. 1. Oklahoma City Thunder (35-7, Last Week No. 2).