Knicks Legend Jeremy Lin Hits 8-Point Shot in Celebrity Game

Lin's deep 3-pointer during "Double Time" sparks Linsanity comeback in NBA All-Star Celebrity Game.

Published on Feb. 14, 2026

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In a unique twist to the NBA Celebrity All-Star Game, former New York Knicks star Jeremy Lin hit an 8-point shot from behind the Ruffles-sponsored 4-point line during a "Double Time" scoring period, sparking a comeback for his team coached by Giannis Antetokounmpo.

Why it matters

Lin's 8-point shot revived memories of "Linsanity" - the brief but electrifying period in 2012 when the undrafted point guard took the NBA by storm while playing for the Knicks. Though his NBA career was short-lived, Lin remains a beloved figure in New York sports history.

The details

With Team Giannis clinging to a 2-point lead in the fourth quarter, Lin stepped back and drained a 4-point shot from behind the special Ruffles squiggly line. Since the "Double Time" button had been activated, Lin's shot counted for 8 points, quickly turning the tide of the game.

  • The NBA Celebrity All-Star Game took place on Friday, February 14, 2026.

The players

Jeremy Lin

A former NBA player who rose to fame during the 2012 "Linsanity" phenomenon as a member of the New York Knicks.

Giannis Antetokounmpo

The current NBA superstar who was coaching the team that featured Lin in the Celebrity All-Star Game.

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What they’re saying

“It was definitely my call (to press the button).”

— Giannis Antetokounmpo (ESPN)

What’s next

The NBA will likely look to incorporate more unique scoring rules and gameplay elements into future Celebrity All-Star Games to continue generating buzz and excitement around the event.

The takeaway

Jeremy Lin's 8-point shot in the Celebrity Game was a nostalgic moment that reminded fans of his brief but captivating "Linsanity" run with the Knicks, proving the enduring popularity of one of the NBA's most unlikely success stories.