NBA All-Star weekend is here, with the 2026 festivities featuring another edition of the HBCU Classic — this year between Hampton and North Carolina A&T.
Amongst several other exciting All-Star competitions in Los Angeles, these two programs will reignite their rivalry Friday. This annual event is a part of the NBA's commitment to highlight the rich tradition of sports and education at HBCUs across the country.
Hampton and A&T have both had average seasons, currently holding 12-13 and 9-14 records, respectively. The Pirates at least have the momentum of two consecutive wins heading into this matchup, while the Bulldogs have hit a skid of four straight losses.
This will mark the programs' second time meeting this season — Hampton won the first matchup by a margin of 82-61.
Who will secure the win in LA?
Here's everything you need to know about the Hampton vs. NC A&T, including TV channel and streaming options for the NBA All-Star Weekend HBCU Classic.
Where to watch Hampton vs. NC A&T: TV channel, live stream
TV channel: None
Live stream:Peacock
The HBCU Classic is not on traditional television but will be streamed live on Peacock.
The NBC-owned streaming service's sports programming features live coverage of NFL Sunday Night Football, the NBA, the Olympic and Paralympic Games, Premier League soccer, Big Ten football and basketball, Notre Dame football, Big East and Big 12 basketball, PGA Tour golf, and more.
NBA HBCU Classic start time
Date: Friday, Feb. 13
Time: 11 p.m. ET | 8 p.m. PT
The NBA All-Star Weekend HBCU Classic will take place on Friday, Feb. 13 at the Kia Forum in Los Angeles. The game will tip off at 11 p.m. ET.
Hampton men's basketball schedule 2026
Here's a look at the next five matchups for the Pirates.
Date Matchup Time (ET)
Feb. 13 vs. NC A&T* 11 p.m.
Feb. 19 at Hofstra 8 p.m.
Feb. 21 at Stony Brook 4 p.m.
Feb. 26 vs. Charleston 11 a.m.
Feb. 28 vs. Northeastern 4 p.m.
*Neutral location
NC A&T men's basketball schedule 2026
Here's a look at the next five matchups for the Bulldogs.
Date Matchup Time (ET)
Feb. 13 vs. Hampton* 11 p.m.
Feb. 19 vs. Charleston 7 p.m.
Feb. 21 at Elon 7 p.m.
Feb. 26 at UNCW 7 p.m.
Feb. 28 vs. William & Mary 2 p.m.
*Neutral location
2026 NBA All-Star Weekend schedule
Date Event Time (EST) Channel/Streaming
Fri, Feb. 13 NBA All-Star Celebrity Game 7 p.m. ESPN, ESPN app
NBA Rising Stars Games 9 p.m. Peacock
NBA HBCU Classic 11 p.m. Peacock
Sat, Feb. 15 All-Star Media Day 1:30 p.m. NBA TV, DIRECTV
Adam Silver news conference 4 p.m. NBA TV, DIRECTV
All-Star Saturday Night 5 p.m. NBC, Peacock
Sun, Feb. 16 NBA All-Star Game 5 p.m. NBC, Peacock
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