De'Aaron Fox Replaces Giannis in 2026 NBA All-Star Game

San Antonio Spurs guard earns second All-Star selection as Giannis sits out with injury

Feb. 12, 2026 at 3:31pm

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San Antonio Spurs guard De'Aaron Fox has been named to replace the injured Giannis Antetokounmpo in the 2026 NBA All-Star Game, marking his second All-Star selection. This move reflects the Spurs' resurgence as a Western Conference powerhouse, with Fox's strong performance this season playing a key role.

Why it matters

Fox's selection to the All-Star roster, alongside teammate Victor Wembanyama, further solidifies the Spurs' position as a team to watch in the Western Conference. His inclusion is a clear indicator of the team's rising talent and the growing emphasis on dynamic, all-around guard play in the NBA.

The details

Fox is averaging 19.4 points, 3.8 rebounds, 6.3 assists, and 1.27 steals per game for the 38-16 Spurs, who sit in second place in the West. His performance earned him a spot on the All-Tournament Team for the 2025 Emirates NBA Cup, where he averaged 22.3 points and 7.7 assists during the Spurs' championship run.

  • The 75th NBA All-Star Game will be held on February 15th, 2026 at Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California.
  • Giannis Antetokounmpo will miss the game due to a right calf strain.

The players

De'Aaron Fox

A guard for the San Antonio Spurs who is making his second NBA All-Star appearance.

Giannis Antetokounmpo

The Milwaukee Bucks forward who will miss the 2026 NBA All-Star Game due to injury.

Victor Wembanyama

De'Aaron Fox's teammate on the San Antonio Spurs.

Mitch Johnson

The head coach of the San Antonio Spurs, who will lead the USA Stripes team at the All-Star Game.

Norman Powell

The player who is moving from USA Stripes to Team World, highlighting the increasing global representation in the NBA All-Star Game.

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What’s next

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The takeaway

De'Aaron Fox's selection to the 2026 NBA All-Star Game reflects the San Antonio Spurs' resurgence as a Western Conference powerhouse, with Fox's well-rounded skillset and leadership playing a key role in the team's success. This move also highlights the increasing value of dynamic, all-around guards in the NBA.