San Antonio Spurs point guard Tony Parker has insisted that he is still intent on playing in the All-Star game despite suffering from a back injury.

The French star has missed the last two games with the issue, but will still attend in New Orleans and remains committed to playing.

Coach Gregg Popovich revealed on Thursday that he would leave the decision with Parker, the San Antonio Express-News reports.

Should Parker feature, it will be his sixth appearance in the showcase event after averaging 17.7 points and 6.2 assists per game so far this season.