The 2026 Ruffles NBA All-Star Celebrity Game tips off on Friday, Feb. 13 at the Kia Forum in Inglewood, California, airing exclusively on ESPN. Pregame coverage begins at 6:30 PM ET via Hoop Streams on YouTube and Facebook, giving fans a first look at the lineup and behind-the-scenes action.

Team Antetokounmpo takes on Team Anderson in a star-studded matchup led by high-profile coaching staffs. The rosters bring together actors, musicians, social media personalities, professional athletes, and former NBA players, creating a mix of talent that spans pop culture and sports.

Rome Flynn returns to defend his title as reigning Celebrity MVP, while Simu Liu, Dylan Wang, and Keegan-Michael Key bring Hollywood flair to the court. Music icons GloRilla and Mustard face off on opposite teams, promising moments fans will be talking about long after the game ends. Social media stars Jenna Bandy, Taylor Frankie Paul, and Nicolas Vansteenberghe bring viral energy and fan-favorite hype to every play.

Athletic firepower comes from former NBA players Jeremy Lin and Tacko Fall, NFL stars Amon-Ra St. Brown and Keenan Allen, Olympic sprinter Andre De Grasse, and soccer legend Cafu. Even team owners Mat Ishbia and Rick Schnall will step on the court, making this one of the most unique Celebrity Games in recent memory.

For the first time in Celebrity Game history, halftime will feature a K-pop performance by CORTIS, adding a global element to an already star-studded event. 

The broadcast team includes Mark Jones on play-by-play, Richard Jefferson as analyst, and Monica McNutt reporting from the sidelines, capturing every buzzer-beater and highlight-worthy moment.

With this mix of actors, athletes, musicians, and social media stars, the 2026 NBA All-Star Celebrity Game promises to deliver competition, entertainment, and pop culture energy all in one.

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