The NBA is preparing for a historic weekend with the 2026 All-Star Game. This event, which brings together the world's basketball elite, features a significant structural overhaul, with a radical change to the main game's format on Sunday.
Friday: Stars and Future Talents Celebrity Game: The day kicks off with a match between figures from entertainment and sports. Rising Stars Game: Young league prospects, including Cooper Flagg and Alex Sarr, will compete in a single-elimination tournament.
Saturday: Night of Competitions Three-Point Contest: Specialists like Damian Lillard and Devin Booker will compete in two rounds of 70 seconds. Shooting Stars: Four teams of three players (mixing current stars like Jalen Brunson and legends like Allan Houston) must score from designated spots on the court in the shortest time possible. Slam Dunk Contest: The Saturday finale will feature new protagonists due to Mac McClung's absence. This year will see Jeremy Lin and Tacko Fall, along with guest stars like former Brazilian footballer Cafu and NFL players.
Sunday: The 2026 All-Star Game New "Round Robin" Format: The main event abandons the traditional conference format. Three teams (two representing the United States and one from the Rest of the World) will play in a round-robin system. The two teams with the best performance in the preliminary round will advance to the championship game to crown the 2026 All-Star champion.
The three teams for the 2026 NBA All-Star Game are: Team USA Stripes: Jaylen Brown, Celtics; Jalen Brunson, Knicks; Stephen Curry, Warriors; Kevin Durant, Rockets; LeBron James, Lakers; Kawhi Leonard, Clippers; Donovan Mitchell, Cavaliers; Norman Powell, Heat. Team USA Stars: Scottie Barnes, Raptors; Devin Booker, Suns; Cade Cunningham, Pistons; Jalen Duren, Pistons; Anthony Edwards, Timberwolves; Chet Holmgren, Thunder; Jalen Johnson, Hawks; Tyrese Maxey, 76ers. Team World: Giannis Antetokounmpo, Bucks; Deni Avdija, Trail Blazers; Luka Doncic, Lakers; Nikola Jokic, Nuggets; Jamal Murray, Nuggets; Pascal Siakam, Pacers; Karl-Anthony Towns; Victor Wembanyama, Spurs.
