Pascal Siakam Named 2026 NBA All-Star Reserve

Pascal Siakam was named a 2026 NBA All-Star reserve by the Eastern Conference’s 15 head coaches.

The 2025 Eastern Conference Finals MVP has averaged 23.8 points per game this season.

Pascal Siakam's impressive performance has been the engine of the Indiana Pacers throughout the 2025-26 season.

He has posted a career-high and shown his ability to take on a heavier burden.

Pascal Siakam expressed his desire to earn an All-Star reserve spot, stating it would be a great accomplishment.

He said it would be a testament to his hard work and dedication.

Caitlin Cooper, creator of Basketball, She Wrote, shared a statistic that only eight players in the NBA have made at least six field goals in the final minute of games when the score is within three points, and Pascal Siakam is one of them.

Kevin Pritchard, president of basketball operations, and Steve Simon, minority owner and alternate governor, both expressed their confidence in Pascal Siakam's selection.

Pritchard replied with "No doubt in my mind," while Simon added "Or mine."

Pascal Siakam will join other notable players like Donovan Mitchell and Karl-Anthony Towns as a 2026 Eastern Conference All-Star reserve.

He has repeatedly shown this season that he belongs among the top three power forwards in the Eastern Conference.

Pascal Siakam has been asked to take on an even heavier burden, often defending opposing centers despite conceding advantages in size and strength.

He addressed the added responsibility, stating it gives him a different vibe offensively and a different pace for the team.

The honor marks Pascal Siakam's fourth career All-Star selection and the first time he has been named an All-Star in consecutive seasons.