NBA All-Star 2026: A Weekend of Highlights and Action!

The 75th anniversary of the NBA All-Star Game brings a new tournament format to Los Angeles.

Apr. 11, 2026 at 9:20am

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting a basketball game broken down into sharp, overlapping planes of color and shape, capturing the dynamic energy and movement of the sport.The new round-robin tournament format at the 2026 NBA All-Star Game promises to bring a fresh, dynamic energy to the historic event.Inglewood Today

The 2026 NBA All-Star Weekend is here, and it's set to be a historic celebration of the sport's greatest talents. This year marks the 75th anniversary of the NBA All-Star Game, and the league has introduced a new round-robin tournament format featuring two U.S. teams and one World team. Each team will battle it out in four 12-minute games, with the top two advancing to the championship. The weekend is packed with exciting events, including the celebrity game, Rising Stars showcase, HBCU Classic, 3-point contest, slam dunk contest, and the return of the Shooting Stars competition.

Why it matters

The new tournament format is a bold move by the NBA, as it aims to honor the tradition of the All-Star Game while also introducing an innovative structure that ensures every game matters. This format has sparked debates about fairness and whether it truly captures the essence of the All-Star experience. The weekend also marks a significant milestone for the NBA, as it celebrates 75 years of the All-Star Game, a beloved tradition that has captivated basketball fans for generations.

The details

The action kicks off on Friday with the celebrity game at the Kia Forum, followed by the Rising Stars showcase at Intuit Dome. The night concludes with the HBCU Classic, a thrilling matchup between Hampton and North Carolina A&T's men's basketball teams. Saturday night promises even more excitement with the 3-point contest, slam dunk contest, and the highly anticipated return of the Shooting Stars competition, featuring NBA legends like Richard Hamilton, Allan Houston, Corey Maggette, and Ron Harper Sr. The main event, the NBA All-Star Game, will take place on Sunday at Intuit Dome, where the new round-robin tournament format will be put to the test.

  • The 2026 NBA All-Star Weekend is taking place from April 11-13, 2026.
  • The celebrity game and Rising Stars showcase are scheduled for Friday, April 11.
  • The HBCU Classic will be held on Friday evening, April 11.
  • The 3-point contest, slam dunk contest, and Shooting Stars competition are set for Saturday, April 12.
  • The NBA All-Star Game, featuring the new round-robin tournament format, will be played on Sunday, April 13.

The players

Richard Hamilton

A former NBA player who will be participating in the Shooting Stars competition during the 2026 NBA All-Star Weekend.

Allan Houston

A former NBA player who will be participating in the Shooting Stars competition during the 2026 NBA All-Star Weekend.

Corey Maggette

A former NBA player who will be participating in the Shooting Stars competition during the 2026 NBA All-Star Weekend.

Ron Harper Sr.

A former NBA player who will be participating in the Shooting Stars competition during the 2026 NBA All-Star Weekend.

Hampton

A men's basketball team that will be competing in the HBCU Classic during the 2026 NBA All-Star Weekend.

North Carolina A&T

A men's basketball team that will be competing in the HBCU Classic during the 2026 NBA All-Star Weekend.

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What they’re saying

“The 75th anniversary of the NBA All-Star Game is a significant milestone, and the league has really pulled out all the stops to make this weekend unforgettable.”

— Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, NBA Legend

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The takeaway

The 2026 NBA All-Star Weekend promises to be a thrilling celebration of the sport, with a new tournament format that has sparked debates about the future of the All-Star Game. Whether the innovative structure proves to be a success or a risk, basketball fans are in for an unforgettable weekend of highlights, action, and tradition.