Just some days before the 75th NBA All-Star Game takes over Los Angeles bringing a revolutionary new format to the event, the excitement could not be bigger.
Being held in one of the most high-tech arenas in the world, the Intuit Dome in California, the league heads to an impressive and new “U.S. vs. World” tournament style. Fans are gearing up for a weekend full of basketball that feels more like a global championship than just a mere exhibition.
In order not to miss out on anything, here is everything you need to know about the 2026 NBA All-Star Game, from the star-studded rosters to how you can catch every dunk and buzzer-beater.
Date, time, and venue
This is the confirmed timetable for the event:
- Date: Sunday, February 15, 2026
- Tipoff Time: 5:00 PM ET
- Location: Intuit Dome, Inglewood, California
As said, the festivities will be hosted at the Intuit Dome, the home of the Los Angeles Clippers. Known for its massive double-sided 4K video screen that circles the entire arena (Halo Board), the venue is designed to provide the fan an immersive experience that transcends the event itself.
As an NBC Insider notes, “The arena is a state-of-the-art facility… equipped with t-shirt cannons so the Clippers can rain merch down from the ceiling.”
How to watch: TV channel and streaming services
The NBA officially returns to its classic home on NBC this year.
- TV Channel: NBC
- Live Stream: Peacock
For those streaming on Peacock, the platform will offer “Courtside Live,” an interactive mobile-first viewing experience, and “Peacock Performance View,” which provides real-time heat maps and scoring probabilities.
The new format: U.S. vs. World
With this new approach, forget the traditional Eastern vs. Western Conference matchup. This year, the NBA is introducing a round-robin mini-tournament. Three teams of eight players will compete to determine who moves on to the final title game.
The teams are divided into Team World (international stars) and two American teams: USA Stars (the younger generation) and USA Stripes (the veteran legends).
Official 2026 NBA All-Star rosters
- Team World Coached by Darko Rajakovi (Toronto Raptors)
* Giannis Antetokounmpo (Bucks)
* Luka Doni (Lakers)
* Nikola Joki (Nuggets)
* Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (Thunder)
* Victor Wembanyama (Spurs)
* Deni Avdija (Trail Blazers), Jamal Murray (Nuggets), Pascal Siakam (Pacers), Karl-Anthony Towns (Knicks).
- Team USA Stars Coached by J.B. Bickerstaff (Detroit Pistons)
* Anthony Edwards (Timberwolves)
* Tyrese Maxey (76ers)
* Cade Cunningham (Pistons)
* Chet Holmgren (Thunder)
* Scottie Barnes (Raptors), Devin Booker (Suns), Jalen Duren (Pistons), Jalen Johnson (Hawks).
- Team USA Stripes Coached by Mitch Johnson (San Antonio Spurs)
* LeBron James (Lakers)
* Stephen Curry (Warriors)
* Kevin Durant (Rockets)
* Jaylen Brown (Celtics)
* Kawhi Leonard (Clippers)
* Jalen Brunson (Knicks), Donovan Mitchell (Cavaliers), Norman Powell (Heat).
As you can see, these teams represent a wide number of different players, going from an international powerhouse squad gathering MVP talent, featuring the future of the American game alongside heavy hitters and multi-time champions.
The full All-Star Weekend schedule
The All-Star Game is crowned as the grand finale of a three-day basketball marathon. Here is the final breakdown:
- Friday, Feb 13: Rising Stars Mini-Tournament (9 PM ET, Peacock)
- Saturday, Feb 14: All-Star Saturday Night (3-Point and Slam Dunk Contest) (5 PM ET, NBC/Peacock)
- Sunday, Feb 15: The 75th NBA All-Star Game (5 PM ET, NBC/Peacock)
As the NBA debuts this format, the current U.S. All-Stars were assigned to teams based on age.
This setup suggests a fascinating clash between the future promises and the legends before the winner takes on the global giants of Team World.
Aside from the final result, the 2026 All-Star Game will surely become a historic chapter in basketball history.
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