Raptors' Brandon Ingram to replace Stephen Curry in ASG

Ingram named to All-Star roster after Curry ruled out due to injury

Feb. 10, 2026 at 12:47pm

Got story updates? Submit your updates here. ›

Toronto Raptors forward Brandon Ingram has been named to replace injured Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry on the USA Stripes roster for the upcoming NBA All-Star Game. Curry will miss the annual showcase due to an ongoing knee injury.

Why it matters

Ingram's selection marks his second career All-Star appearance, providing him with a high-profile platform to showcase his skills. Curry's absence is notable as he is a two-time All-Star Game MVP and one of the league's biggest stars.

The details

NBA commissioner Adam Silver selected Ingram, 28, to fill Curry's spot on the USA Stripes roster. Ingram is averaging 22.0 points, 5.8 rebounds and 3.7 assists in 52 games this season. Curry, 37, has not played since leaving a Jan. 30 game against the Detroit Pistons due to a right knee injury. He is averaging 27.2 points, 4.8 assists and 3.5 rebounds in 39 games this season.

  • The 2026 NBA All-Star Game will take place on Sunday, February 16 at Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California.
  • Curry has been sidelined since leaving a game on January 30.

The players

Brandon Ingram

A 28-year-old forward for the Toronto Raptors, Ingram is making his second career NBA All-Star appearance.

Stephen Curry

A 37-year-old guard for the Golden State Warriors, Curry is a two-time NBA All-Star Game MVP who will miss the 2026 event due to a knee injury.

Adam Silver

The commissioner of the National Basketball Association, Silver selected Ingram to replace Curry on the USA Stripes All-Star roster.

Got photos? Submit your photos here. ›

What’s next

The 2026 NBA All-Star Game will take place on Sunday, February 16 at Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California.

The takeaway

Curry's absence from the All-Star Game due to injury highlights the importance of player health and the need for top stars to be available for the league's marquee events. Ingram's selection provides him with a chance to build on his first All-Star appearance and further establish himself as one of the NBA's rising talents.