With the NBA Cup coming to an in depth and the Christmas Day video games on the horizon, that may solely imply one factor: All-Star festivities are proper across the nook!
On Tuesday, the NBA confirmed big adjustments to the showcase recreation and so with that in thoughts, there’s no higher time to remain on high of all that’s to come back in San Francisco in the midst of February.
Right here’s what it’s worthwhile to know:
Key dates
- Friday, Feb. 14: Celeb recreation, Rising Stars recreation
- Saturday, Feb. 15: All-Star Saturday Evening (Abilities competitors, 3-point shootout, dunk competitors)
- Sunday, Feb. 16: All-Star Sport/Event
The place?
This yr’s All-Star weekend was awarded to the San Francisco Bay Space. All the primary occasions will happen at Chase Middle, dwelling of the Golden State Warriors.
The way it works
For the primary time, the All-Star Sport which is often thought of the showcase occasion will likely be a three-game event that includes 4 groups. 24 All-Stars will likely be break up into three groups whereas the fourth staff would be the winner of the Rising Stars recreation. The 4 groups will likely be managed by TNT analysts Charles Barkley, Shaquille O’Neal, Candace Parker, and Kenny Smith.
There will likely be an All-Star draft the place Barkley, O’Neal, and Smith will choose their groups. It’s going to happen on Thursday, Feb. 6. Starters will likely be introduced on Jan. 23 with reserves confirmed on Jan. 30.
The “event” will function two semifinals and a last, with every recreation having a goal rating of 40 factors.
Voting
Fan voting will likely be accessible from Thursday, Dec. 19 to Monday, Jan. 20. The fan vote is essential because it accounts for 50% of the vote to pick out starters. One other 25% of the vote is allotted to present gamers, with the ultimate 25% dedicated to a media panel. As soon as the starters are chosen, 14 reserves will likely be chosen by present NBA head coaches.
3-for-1 Days
There will likely be six 3-for-1 voting days for followers, the place every vote is value triple. Maintain the dates under in thoughts when voting:
- Dec. 21
- Dec. 25
- Jan. 3
- Jan. 10
- Jan. 17
- Jan. 20 (last day of voting)
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The 2026 All-Star weekend will likely be held in Los Angeles, California whereas Phoenix, Arizona will host the 2027 All-Star weekend.
