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Marietta Today
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NBA Stars Deliver Hilarious All-Star Quips
Anthony Edwards, Kevin Durant, and others share playful responses during NBA All-Star media sessions.
Published on Feb. 15, 2026
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The NBA All-Star Weekend featured not only elite basketball talent but also a lighthearted side of the league's biggest stars. During media sessions, players like Anthony Edwards, Kevin Durant, and Luka Doncic traded comedic and candid responses to unconventional questions, showcasing their personalities beyond the court.
Why it matters
The NBA All-Star Weekend provides a platform for players to engage with fans and media in a more unfiltered manner, allowing glimpses into their personal interests and relationships. These playful exchanges humanize the league's superstars and foster deeper connections with the audience.
The details
Anthony Edwards joked about his ranking as the seventh hottest NBA player of all time, crediting his parents but noting his mother's disapproval. He also playfully refused to let his sister date Boston's Jaylen Brown, citing hometown loyalty. Kevin Durant chose to give up Twitter over video games, while Nikola Jokic prioritized the success of his racehorses over winning MVP awards. Luka Doncic bluntly stated that Boban Marjanovic was not his favorite teammate.
- The NBA All-Star Weekend took place this past Saturday.
The players
Anthony Edwards
A rising NBA star known for his charismatic personality and witty responses during media sessions.
Kevin Durant
A veteran NBA superstar recognized for his sharp social media presence and trolling skills.
Nikola Jokic
The reigning NBA MVP who expressed a passion for racehorses beyond his basketball career.
Luka Doncic
A talented young NBA player who shared a blunt response about his former teammate, Boban Marjanovic.
Victor Wembanyama
A highly touted French basketball prospect who expressed a desire to learn from LeBron James and potentially become the next face of the NBA.
What they’re saying
“My mom and daddy did a pretty good job, but my old lady ain't going to like that, though. She want me to suppress it. I be trying to hide it and be ugly for these folks. But they ain't wrong, though. They probably got me a little low on that list, honestly.”
— Anthony Edwards (theconwaybulletin.com)
“I'm going to go with JB. He is from the city (Marietta, Georgia). He can't date my sister.”
— Anthony Edwards (theconwaybulletin.com)
“I'm going to go Twitter because they don't deserve to hear this God-level talk I'm giving to them.”
— Kevin Durant (theconwaybulletin.com)
“Luka, Shai (Gilgeous-Alexander), (Jalen) Brunson, Donovan (Mitchell) — I would challenge all them guys, 1-on-1. We could donate to whatever charity. Let's set it up.”
— Jaylen Brown (theconwaybulletin.com)
“No, I will not try to dunk on LeBron.”
— Luka Doncic (theconwaybulletin.com)
The takeaway
The NBA All-Star Weekend continues to showcase the league's stars not only for their elite basketball skills but also their engaging personalities. These lighthearted exchanges provide a glimpse into the players' interests, relationships, and aspirations beyond the court, fostering deeper connections with fans and highlighting the evolving face of the NBA.
