Lions' Amon-Ra St. Brown to Play in 2026 NBA All-Star Celebrity Game

Detroit Lions star wide receiver to showcase basketball skills alongside NFL, NBA counterparts

Jan. 31, 2026 at 8:15pm

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Detroit Lions star wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown will be among the many marquee names set to play in the 2026 NBA All-Star Celebrity Game from the Kia Forum in Inglewood, California. St. Brown, a four-time Pro Bowl selection, will be accompanied by Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Keenan Allen as the NFL's representatives in the event.

Why it matters

The NBA All-Star Celebrity Game is a highly anticipated annual event that showcases the athletic abilities of celebrities and professional athletes outside of their primary sports. St. Brown's participation will bring additional attention to the game and provide an opportunity for the Lions' star to display his versatility as an all-around athlete.

The details

St. Brown earned his fourth straight Pro Bowl selection this season after recording 117 receptions for 1,401 yards and 11 touchdowns. He will be joined by Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Keenan Allen as the NFL's representatives in the game. The NBA Celebrity All-Star Game is scheduled to air on ESPN on February 13, 2026.

  • The 2026 NBA All-Star Celebrity Game will take place on February 13, 2026.
  • St. Brown recorded 117 receptions for 1,401 yards and 11 touchdowns in the 2025 NFL season.

The players

Amon-Ra St. Brown

A star wide receiver for the Detroit Lions, St. Brown has been selected to the Pro Bowl four consecutive times and is known for his exceptional receiving skills and versatility as an athlete.

Keenan Allen

A wide receiver for the Los Angeles Chargers, Allen will join St. Brown as the NFL's representatives in the 2026 NBA All-Star Celebrity Game.

Cade Cunningham

The starting point guard for the Detroit Pistons, Cunningham will also be participating in the NBA All-Star festivities that weekend.

J.B. Bickerstaff

The head coach of the Detroit Pistons, Bickerstaff will be running one of the three teams for the NBA Celebrity All-Star Game.

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What they’re saying

“While his skill sets on the gridiron certainly rank among the top in the NFL, Detroit Lions' star wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown will test his talents on the basketball court this February, when he will be among the many marquee names set to play in the 2026 NBA All-Star Celebrity Game from the Kia Forum in Inglewood, Calif.”

— Scout Springgate, Author

“St. Brown will be accompanied by Los Angeles Chargers' wide receiver Keenan Allen as the NFL's representatives in the NBA Celebrity All-Star Game festivities on Feb. 13.”

— Adam Schefter, ESPN Senior NFL Insider

What’s next

The 2026 NBA All-Star Celebrity Game is scheduled to air on ESPN on February 13, 2026 at 7 p.m. ET.

The takeaway

Amon-Ra St. Brown's participation in the NBA All-Star Celebrity Game showcases the versatility and athleticism of NFL players, as they compete alongside their counterparts from the NBA and other sports. This event provides an opportunity for St. Brown to connect with a wider audience and demonstrate his skills beyond the football field.