Rome Flynn Repeats as NBA Celebrity Game MVP

Team Giannis defeats Team LeBron 65-58 in annual exhibition match

Published on Feb. 14, 2026

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Actor Rome Flynn was named the Most Valuable Player for the second consecutive year in the NBA Celebrity All-Star Game, scoring 17 points to lead Team Giannis to a 65-58 victory over Team LeBron in the annual exhibition match.

Why it matters

The NBA Celebrity Game is a popular part of the league's All-Star Weekend festivities, featuring a mix of actors, musicians, and other celebrities competing in a lighthearted basketball contest. Flynn's repeat MVP performance highlights his growing popularity and basketball skills.

The details

Flynn, known for his roles in shows like "How to Get Away with Murder" and "The Haves and the Have Nots," was the standout player in the game, making several key shots down the stretch to secure the win for Team Giannis. Other notable performances came from rappers Quavo and 2 Chainz, who played for the opposing Team LeBron.

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

The players

Rome Flynn

An American actor known for his roles in television shows such as "How to Get Away with Murder" and "The Haves and the Have Nots."

Quavo

An American rapper and member of the hip hop trio Migos.

2 Chainz

An American rapper known for his collaborations with various artists in the hip hop genre.

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What they’re saying

“It's always an honor to be named MVP, but I'm more excited about the win. We had a great team effort out there.”

— Rome Flynn (myplainview.com)

The takeaway

Rome Flynn's repeat MVP performance in the NBA Celebrity All-Star Game solidifies his status as a fan favorite and demonstrates his continued growth as a basketball player, even as an actor by trade.