NBA: 5 East players who could become first time All-Stars this season

#1 Nikola Vucevic

Nikola Vucevic of the Orlando Magic.

Nikola Vucevic is playing out his mind for the Orlando Magic this season. In 23 games, Vucevic is averaging 21.0 points, 11.3 rebounds, 3.8 assists, 1.0 steals, and 1.1 blocks. He is also shooting 55.3 percent from the field 40.9 percent from threes.

The 28-year-old center is leading the Magic to a surprising 11-12 record and they have a legitimate shot at making the playoffs if they can keep it up. Vucevic is almost a lock to make his first All-Star game just because he plays in the East.

His only competition in the frontcourt are Kawhi Leonard, Giannis Antetokounmpo and Joel Embiid. He is playing much better than his Eastern counterparts such as Al Horford, Blake Griffin, and Andre Drummond.

If the Magic can sustain their unexpected start, Vucevic will surely be rewarded with an All-Star nod. But if Orlando decides to cash-in on him, he could be heading to a different team before the All-Star game.