NBA All-Star Weekend Returns to LA

Intuit Dome to host 75th All-Star Game, with events across the city

Published on Feb. 12, 2026

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The NBA All-Star Weekend is back in Los Angeles for the seventh time in league history, bringing the basketball world to Southern California. This year's marquee event, the 75th NBA All-Star Game, will take place at the Intuit Dome, home of the LA Clippers. Beyond the game, fans can expect a city-wide celebration with events and activations happening across Inglewood, downtown LA, and throughout the Southland.

Why it matters

NBA All-Star Weekend is one of the league's biggest annual events, showcasing the sport's top talent and providing a major economic boost to the host city. Los Angeles has a rich history of hosting the festivities, and this year's return marks the first time the Clippers' new arena will serve as the centerpiece venue.

The details

The All-Star Weekend festivities will kick off on Thursday, February 12, with a variety of events taking place at the Intuit Dome, LA Convention Center, Kia Forum, and other locations around the city. Highlights include the Castrol Rising Stars game, 3-Point Contest, Dunk Contest, NBA HBCU Classic, and the 75th NBA All-Star Game on Sunday, February 15.

  • The All-Star Weekend events will run from Thursday, February 12 to Sunday, February 15.
  • The 75th NBA All-Star Game is scheduled for Sunday, February 15 at 6 p.m. PT.
  • The Castrol Rising Stars game will take place on Friday, February 14 at 6 p.m. PT.
  • The 3-Point Contest and Dunk Contest will be held on Saturday, February 13 at 6 p.m. PT.
  • The NBA HBCU Classic between North Carolina A&T and Hampton will be on Friday, February 14 at 8 p.m. PT.

The players

Intuit Dome

The new home arena of the LA Clippers, which will host the 75th NBA All-Star Game for the first time.

LA Convention Center

The location of the NBA Crossover, the ultimate fan experience featuring talent appearances, live music, and immersive activations.

Kia Forum

The venue for the Ruffles NBA All-Star Celebrity Game on Friday, February 14.

J.B. Bickerstaff

Head coach of the USA Stars team for the 75th NBA All-Star Game.

Darko Rajaković

Head coach of the World team for the 75th NBA All-Star Game.

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What they’re saying

“Hampton University and North Carolina A&T State University are two premier HBCU institutions with a historic rivalry that represents the pride, tradition and excellence of HBCU basketball. We look forward to hosting both teams in Los Angeles as part of NBA All-Star 2026 and celebrating the culture and competition of these two storied programs.”

— Mark Tatum, NBA Deputy Commissioner and Chief Operating Officer (foxla.com)

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The takeaway

NBA All-Star Weekend's return to Los Angeles showcases the city's enduring appeal as a basketball mecca, with the Intuit Dome's hosting of the marquee All-Star Game marking a new milestone for the Clippers franchise and the league's continued efforts to celebrate the sport's history and culture.