Before the biggest NBA stars on the planet take the court this weekend, Friday night will mark a star-studded event in Los Angeles for the 2026 NBA All-Star Celebrity Game.
While notable coaches will guide the celebrity-filled squads, the players competing are certainly noteworthy. This includes former NBA stars like Jeremy Lin and Jason Williams, as well as NFL wideouts Amon-Ra St. Brown and Keenan Allen.
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The league revealed the full list of competitors for the 2026 NBA All-Star Celebrity Game, and basketball fans will surely be locked in for the event.
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Giannis Antetokounmpo and his brothers will be among the coaches for one squad. Meanwhile, actor Anthony Anderson and Lethal Shooter will feature on the other sidelines.
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However, stars on the floor like rapper GloRilla, soccer legend Cafu and ESPN NBA insider Shams Charania have fans curious to see who steps up. Charania, in particular, has become a fascinating add to the event as someone that regularly covers the sport.
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American rapper GloRilla performs at halftime during the 2025 WNBA All Star Game. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images
Last year, GloRilla performed at the 2025 WNBA All-Star Game, however, now she’s bringing her talents to the court. Phoenix Suns owner Matt Ishbia has also thrown his name into the competitor conversation.
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