Spurs' De'Aaron Fox replaces Giannis Antetokounmpo in ASG

Fox will join the USA Stripes team led by Spurs head coach Mitch Johnson for the Sunday game.

Feb. 13, 2026 at 12:23am

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San Antonio Spurs guard De'Aaron Fox on Thursday was named to replace injured Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo in the upcoming NBA All-Star Game. Fox, 28, will be competing in his second NBA All-Star Game and his first since the 2022-23 season.

Why it matters

Antetokounmpo's absence due to injury means the NBA All-Star Game will feature a new star player, providing an opportunity for Fox to showcase his skills on the national stage.

The details

Fox is averaging 19.4 points, 6.3 assists and 3.8 rebounds in 45 games (all starts) this season. Antetokounmpo, a two-time NBA MVP and nine-time All-Star, is continuing in his recovery after straining his right calf on Jan. 23. He is averaging 28.0 points, 10.0 rebounds and 5.6 assists in 30 starts this season.

  • Fox was named to the All-Star team on Thursday.
  • The NBA All-Star Game is scheduled for this Sunday.

The players

De'Aaron Fox

A 28-year-old guard for the San Antonio Spurs who is making his second NBA All-Star appearance.

Giannis Antetokounmpo

A 31-year-old forward for the Milwaukee Bucks who is a two-time NBA MVP and nine-time All-Star, but is currently injured and unable to play in the upcoming All-Star Game.

Mitch Johnson

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

Norman Powell

A guard for the Miami Heat who has ties to Jamaica and will shift from the American contingent to Team World for the All-Star Game.

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What’s next

The NBA All-Star Game is scheduled for this Sunday, where De'Aaron Fox will make his second All-Star appearance.

The takeaway

The absence of Giannis Antetokounmpo due to injury opens the door for De'Aaron Fox to showcase his skills on the national stage as an NBA All-Star, providing an opportunity for the Spurs guard to further establish himself as one of the league's rising stars.