After scoring 22 points and grabbing 12 rebounds during Houston’s fourth-straight victory on Thursday night, Rockets center Christian Wood was asked whether he believes he’s having an All-Star season.
“I do,” Wood replied. “I believe I’ve been playing at a high level. I believe I’m one of the best bigs in the West. I think I deserve a vote.”
The 25-year-old, who is also receiving consideration for the 2021 Olympics, said that would “mean the world” to him, as well.
“Coming from where I come from, this is huge,” Wood said of the invitation for Olympic consideration. “This is like an All-Star Game, for me. I’m appreciative of the opportunity. It would mean the world to me.”
Christian Wood (@Chriswood_5) asked if he thinks this is an All-Star year for him: “I do. I believe I’ve been playing at a high level. I believe I’m one of the best bigs in the West. I think I deserve a vote.” #Rockets pic.twitter.com/CHe6RbOqDZ
— Mark Berman (@MarkBermanFox26) January 29, 2021
The Rockets were +16 during Wood’s 32 minutes played on Thursday, which was the best of any player on either team.
Through 13 games of the NBA’s 2020-21 season, Wood is averaging 23.4 points (53.6% FG), 10.8 rebounds, and 1.7 blocks per game.
Nwaba forces the turnover and Wood with the STRONG finish in transition! pic.twitter.com/JWIGJAWs0F
— Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) January 29, 2021
