Amar'e has now made the All-Star team in four consecutive years not counting the year he was hurt, and he becomes the first Suns big to start the game since Barkley in 1996. Amar'e's come-from-behind win over Carmelo no question represents a victory for viral marketing. Carmelo, who was originally ahead in the numbers, got trounced by Amar'e when voting ended.  STAT's Vote4Amare Web site and YouTube videos extolling his virtues clearly were hits with the voting fans.

His three viral videos permeated the internet and undoubtedly impacted and persuaded viewers and fans, enough so to sway their vote.  Honestly, I think this selection could be the best thing that ever happens to the man known as STAT and the Suns.

Amar'e is now being recognized as an All-Star starter with the LeBrons, D-Wades and Dwights of the world! If you missed any of the Amar'e, Spade viral campaign, you can view them at IamRogue Sport's Profile.