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2025 NBA All-Star Weekend Schedule

The NBA All-Star Weekend runs from February 14 to February 16, with events split between the Oakland Arena and the Chase Center in San Francisco. Here’s a quick look at the key events:

• Friday, February 14

  • 12:30 PM ET: Rising Stars Practice (NBA TV & NBA App)

  • 6:00 PM ET: Basketball Hall of Fame News Conference (NBA TV & NBA App)

  • 7:00 PM ET: Ruffles NBA All-Star Celebrity Game (ESPN)

  • 9:00 PM ET: Rising Stars Challenge (TNT & TruTV)

• Saturday, February 15

  • 2:00 PM ET: NBA All-Star Practice (NBA TV & NBA App)

  • 5:00 PM ET: NBA HBCU Classic (NBA TV)

  • 8:00 PM ET: State Farm All-Star Saturday Night (TNT & TruTV)

    • Kia Skills Challenge

    • Starry 3-Point Contest

    • AT&T Slam Dunk Contest

• Sunday, February 16

  • 8:00 PM ET: 74th NBA All-Star Game (TNT & TruTV)

    2025 NBA All-Star Celebrity Game: What’s New?

    This year’s Celebrity Game features a mix of returning stars and fresh faces, making it one of the most exciting lineups in recent memory. Here are the highlights:

    Rosters

    The game pits Team Bonds (coached by MLB legend Barry Bonds and rapper 2 Chainz) against Team Rice (coached by NFL Hall of Famer Jerry Rice and social media sensation Khaby Lame).

    • Team Bonds:

      • Kai Cenat (Streamer)

      • Noah Kahan (Musician)

      • Pablo Schreiber (Actor)

      • Masai Russell (Olympic hurdler)

      • Dylan Wang (Actor/Singer)

      • Baron Davis (Former NBA player)

      • Allisha Gray (WNBA player)

      • Danny Ramirez (Actor)

      • Mickey Guyton (Country singer)

      • Tucker Halpern (Musician)

      • Rome Flynn (Actor)

    • Team Rice:

      • Druski (Comedian)

      • Shaboozey (Musician)

      • Chris Brickley (Basketball trainer)

      • Walker Hayes (Singer)

      • Oliver Stark (Actor)

      • Matt Barnes (Former NBA player)

      • Kayla Thornton (WNBA player)

      • Shelby McEwen (Olympic high jumper)

      • Bayley (WWE Superstar)

      • AP Dhillon (Rapper)

      • Terrell Owens (NFL Hall of Famer)

    The inclusion of WNBA stars like Allisha Gray and Kayla Thornton adds a competitive edge to the game, while celebrities like Kai Cenat and Druski bring their unique flair to the court

  New Rules and Features

  The Celebrity Game follows standard NBA rules but with a few twists:

  • Four 10-minute quarters.

  • One timeout per half (no carryover).

  • Clock stops in the final two minutes of each quarter.

  • Fans and TV viewers vote for the MVP

  Trending News and Highlights

  1. Kai Cenat’s Debut: The popular streamer is making his second appearance in the Celebrity Game, and fans are eager to see if he can top his performance from last year

  2. Noah Kahan’s Crossover: The Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter is trading his guitar for basketball sneakers, and his fans are excited to see how he fares on the court

  3. Terrell Owens’ Return: The NFL legend is back for another round, bringing his competitive spirit and athleticism to the game

  4. Khaby Lame’s Coaching Debut: The TikTok sensation is stepping into a new role as a coach, and his humor and charisma are sure to make Team Rice a fan favorite

  How to Watch

  The 2025 NBA All-Star Celebrity Game will air live on ESPN at 7:00 PM ET on Friday, February 14. You can also stream the game on ESPN+ and Disney+

Why the Celebrity Game Matters

The NBA All-Star Celebrity Game is more than just a fun event—it’s a celebration of basketball’s universal appeal. By bringing together stars from different fields, the NBA showcases the sport’s ability to unite people and create unforgettable moments.