For the first time in NBA history, an ESPN insider will debut in the 2026 NBA All-Star Celebrity Game.
While Shams Charania is known for breaking the biggest stories involving NBA stars, he has the opportunity to show off his skills on the court when the 2026 NBA All-Star Celebrity Game takes place next month.
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The Celebrity Game will go down on Feb. 13 at 7 p.m. ET on ESPN, and during an appearance on SportsCenter this week Charania confirmed his participation.
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NBA fans are locked in for the Celebrity Game as Charania and other big stars appear on the court in Los Angeles. The Kia Forum will play host to the NBA All-Star Weekend festivities.
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“I’m a shooter, I can handle the ball and I can make my floaters,” Charania joked on SportsCenter.
Meanwhile, rapper GloRilla and producer Mustard are also some of the names that are revealed for the 2026 NBA All-Star Celebrity Game.
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Shaq’s OGs guard Stephen Curry (30) of the Golden State Warriors celebrates with the MVP trophy after defeating Chuck’s Global Stars during the 2025 NBA All Star Game at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images
The NBA has yet to release contenders for many of its high-profile All-Star Weekend events, including the Slam Dunk and 3-Point Contests. Three-time Dunk Contest winner Mac McClung has stunned basketball fans after revealing he won’t compete in 2026.
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