With the injury ousting the Nets Superstar from the All-Star game, the Pacers striker takes his place and as a result receives a $ 1.3 million bonus.
The 24-year-old Sabonis, a former Gonzaga star, has had a great year, averaging a career high of 21.5 points per game, as well as 11.7 rebounds, 5.7 assists and 52.9 percent from the field. Indiana is 15-15, 3.5 games behind the bucks in the Central Division.
This is the second straight All-Star Game appearance for Sabonis, who has recorded three triple doubles this year and with 24 double doubles is second in the NBA. Durant will be replaced on the starting line-up by Celtics striker Jayson Tatum.
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