This season, there will be no debate. Hector will be the starter at the All-Star Game. Among the frontcourt, with a weighted score of 3 by finishing 3rd in each ranking, it was unanimous for the entire NBA ecosphere.
Experts were skeptical of the Kings' chances of confirming the previous season, and Hector lived up to expectations. In constant progression, it is logical that he receives his third All-Star selection.
It can be said that he is slowly settling among the stars of the NBA. The hardest thing is to chain the selections, which Hector does. De'Aaron Fox was also selected as a substitute. The Sacramento Kings are a team to be counted on.
The Kings are still in a good position for the top 6 in the Conference, with 33 wins and 28 losses. Playing the play-in is out of the question for the players and Pat Ewing.
Too bad the public did not forgive his friend, Ja Morant, and did not get his selection. Having taken 25 games of suspension, he will not be eligible for the various trophies at the end of the season. Morant can't play 57 games at best, and he had to get back into rhythm.
Hector doesn't take the All-Star Game seriously. It's more of a group of players coming together than something to take seriously. He met Jessica Holtz, who took Belinda under her wing. The world of the NBA is small; anyone can connect if relationships allow.
Hector is someone to enjoy in the NBA.
After All-Star Weekend, he took advantage of the All-Star Break to handle some business concerning his clubs. The municipality of Newport has validated the land purchase, but he had to settle the file in person because it is a big step for his projects.
He stayed in Spain, mainly in Badajoz. A meeting with the club's supporters for the modernization of the team logo and getting acquainted with the situation internally with the help of Paco Herrera, who oversees the good management of the club.
Construction of the sports complex is expected to be completed by February 2025. The situation in the league is good, largely leader, the rise in the third division is likely, but changes will be made internally.
It is expected that Paco Herrera will return to the management, and a new coach must be selected. That's why Hector is here. After the choice is made, he must return to Sacramento.
This season, Hector has progressed in all statistical categories and has managed to qualify the Kings for the playoffs. Sacramento finished 5th in the Conference and faced an awkward opponent.
The Clippers finished atop the Conference, followed by the Nuggets and Mavericks.
The predictions don't favor the Kings. Luka Doncic is the MVP. After having the Mavericks in an astonishing 3rd place with 32.8 points, 8.7 rebounds, and 8.6 assists average this season, he fully deserves his trophy, but Hector's season is in history.
With 24.5 points, 14.7 rebounds, 6.7 assists, 3.7 steals, and 2.1 blocks, he broke the record for steals (303) and steals per game (3.7) held by Alvin Robertson.
Best rebounder and steals leader of the season for the third time in a row. He finally received his first individual award. The NBA's Defensive Player of the Year was renamed the Hakeem Olajuwon trophy. He is the first in history to win it unanimously.
It must be said that it was overwhelming. The Kings' defense finished 6th in the NBA compared to the previous season, and the lack of good defensive players to think in the balance.
R.J. Barrett became MIP with an average of 26.6 points. The Miami Heat finished with the best record in the league. With the arrival of Damian Lillard during the season, they are the only ones to reach 60 wins and will have the home-field advantage throughout the playoffs.
In the Eastern Conference, the qualifiers are Heat, Bucks, Celtics, Sixers, Hawks, Knicks, Cavs, and Pacers.
The Clippers, Nuggets, Mavericks, Suns, Kings, Lakers, Warriors, and Thunder defeated the Wolves in the Play-In Tournament in the Western Conference.
The Kings, with a record of 47 wins and 35 losses, must travel to Phoenix to challenge the Super Team.