All-Star Controversies

A big stink has been made about Allen Iverson being voted to start. To the point that this year more than ever I hear players/media/etc talk about a change is needed in the All-Star selection process. Currently, fans votes choose the starting lineup of the All-Star game. T-Mac was also in the running to start, but fortunately, Steve Nash overtook him in the last moments. I can definitely understand the sentiments of everyone who think it needs to change. I am one of those NBA fans who treats the All-Star game as a reward for excellent play for the current season. Allen and T-Mac are popular and have had great moments in their career. I wonder, however, who are the people voting them in. In general, are a lot of these votes not from NBA fans. I mean, seriously, do you keep up with whats going on in the NBA. I feel there are a lot of people who don't watch NBA, but will vote on the "names" they know. If you don't follow, then you'll vote for names you recognize. Its unfortunate because guys who have had great years may lose a slot to someone who hasn't played at all but got voted in. If the fans truly want to see that guy, then I guess fine. I think though that the rules could be changed for who is eligible. In any case, I'm excited for the All Star events and game.