The NBA recently unveiled the All-Tournament Team selections for the highly anticipated 2025 NBA Cup. This year’s tournament showcased standout performances from several players, most notably Luka Dončić of the Los Angeles Lakers and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander from the Oklahoma City Thunder.
2025 NBA Cup All-Tournament Team Selections
The All-Tournament Team is composed of various elite athletes who delivered exceptional performances throughout the tournament. The roster highlights included:
- Jalen Brunson – New York Knicks
- Karl-Anthony Towns – New York Knicks
- Luka Dončić – Los Angeles Lakers
- De’Aaron Fox – San Antonio Spurs
- Shai Gilgeous-Alexander – Oklahoma City Thunder
Key Performers and Statistics
Jalen Brunson was the standout player of the tournament, receiving unanimous selection from all 20 voters. He averaged an impressive 33.2 points and 5.8 assists, proving instrumental in the Knicks’ path to victory. In the final match against the Spurs, he contributed significantly with 25 points, four rebounds, eight assists, and one block.
Karl-Anthony Towns complemented Brunson’s efforts with a double-double, securing 16 points and 11 rebounds in the championship game.
Luka Dončić, despite his remarkable averages of 36.2 points, 7.6 rebounds, and 10.0 assists, managed only 11 votes, as the Lakers were eliminated by the Spurs in the quarterfinals. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander also shined with impressive averages of 32.5 points per game while shooting 59.5 percent from the floor. His strong semifinal performance included 29 points, four rebounds, and five assists, but it wasn’t enough to advance his team.
Notable Omissions and Competition
Among the players discussed for selection, Victor Wembanyama’s absence from the All-Tournament team raised eyebrows. He closely followed De’Aaron Fox in scoring, averaging 22.0 points along with 8.8 rebounds, 2.8 assists, and 2.3 blocks per game.
Fox emerged as the leading scorer for the Spurs with an average of 22.3 points across six games. This dynamic performance showcased the competitive spirit and talent present during the tournament, highlighting the significance of the All-Tournament Team selections in recognizing top players.
The 2025 NBA Cup has successfully spotlighted elite talent, with Luka Dončić and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander standing out as leading figures among the best of the best in the league.
