K-pop Group CORTIS Kicks Off NBA All-Star 2026 With Electrifying Performance

The rookie group made history as the first K-pop act to headline the NBA Crossover Concert Series.

Published on Feb. 13, 2026

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K-pop group CORTIS opened the NBA All-Star event at the NBA Crossover Concert Series in Los Angeles, performing their biggest hits, their song featured in the upcoming animated film "GOAT," and an unreleased track. The group, which became the first K-pop act to perform at the event, was named "Friends of the NBA" last month and has been promoting the sport, including skits with NBA legend Shaquille O'Neal. CORTIS' engagement with the NBA All-Star festivities continues with an appearance and performance at the NBA All-Star Game halftime show.

Why it matters

CORTIS' performance at the NBA Crossover Concert Series marks a significant milestone for K-pop's growing influence in the global entertainment and sports landscape. The group's selection as the headliner reinforces their rising popularity and the increasing crossover between K-pop and mainstream American entertainment.

The details

CORTIS, comprised of members Martin, James, Juhoon, Seonghyeon, and Keonho, opened the concert with their hit "What You Want" and continued with other popular songs like "FaSHioN," "GO! (including Martin's remixed version)," and "JoyRide." The group also performed two tracks for the first time, including "Mention Me" from the upcoming animated film "GOAT" and their upcoming single "YOUNGCREATORCREW." The concert was marked by high energy from both the group and the enthusiastic crowd of CORTIS fans, known as COER.

  • CORTIS was named "Friends of the NBA" last month.
  • The NBA Crossover Concert Series took place on Thursday, February 13, 2026.
  • CORTIS' member Keonho's birthday is on February 14, 2026 (Valentine's Day).
  • CORTIS' new single "YOUNGCREATORCREW" is set to be released in March 2026.
  • The NBA All-Star Game halftime show, which CORTIS will appear at, is on February 14, 2026.

The players

CORTIS

A K-pop group comprised of members Martin, James, Juhoon, Seonghyeon, and Keonho. They became the first K-pop act to perform at the NBA Crossover Concert Series and were named "Friends of the NBA" last month.

Shaquille "Shaq" O'Neal

An NBA legend who has collaborated with CORTIS on promotional skits.

COER

The name for CORTIS' fan base, who lined up early to see the group perform at the NBA Crossover Concert Series.

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What they’re saying

“It was a fun song to write altogether. You can see it's a fun song for COER. I'm glad we can first perform it here.”

— James, CORTIS Member

“We are bringing amazing, insane stuff that we're bringing to the table this March with this song. We got a lot, so stay tuned.”

— Martin, CORTIS Member

“CORTIS's second album! It's coming real soon!”

— James, CORTIS Member

What’s next

CORTIS will appear and perform at the NBA All-Star Game halftime show at the Crypto.com Arena on February 14, 2026.

The takeaway

CORTIS' historic performance at the NBA Crossover Concert Series showcases the growing influence of K-pop in the global entertainment and sports landscape, as the group becomes the first K-pop act to headline the event and further solidifies their status as "Friends of the NBA."