How to watch NBA All-Star Weekend 2026: live streams, preview, schedule

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The NBA All-Star Game, inspired by the 2026 Winter Olympics and 2025 NHL 4 Nations Face-Off — just don't mention foreign policy — has a U.S. vs The World theme for 2026. Two all-American teams and a team of international stars will compete in a round-robin tournament at Intuit Dome, with the two top-ranked sides going on to meet in the All-Star Championship Game.

You can watch NBA All-Star Weekend 2026 live streams from anywhere with a VPN.

NBA All-Star Weekend 2026 live stream, date, time and channels

NBA All-Star Weekend 2026 runs from Friday, February 13 to Sunday, February 15.
• U.S. — NBC, ESPN and NBA TV via Sling TV
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It's not been an entirely slick operation this year. Some suspected funny business resulted in Deni Avdija getting a bigger share of the vote than all but 12 players — despite not being a household name, the Portland Trail Blazers small forward came out above even LeBron James and Kevin Durant.

And after the withdrawals of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Giannis Antetokounmpo left Team World short-handed, Norman Powell was shifted from USA Stripes.

Featuring the likes of LeBron, Durant and Kawhi Leonard, USA Stripes is effectively the veteran team, while USA Stars has a much more youthful feel with Scottie Barnes, Cade Cunningham and Tyrese Maxey. However, Team World is undoubtedly the most impressive unit on paper, featuring superstars Luka Doncic, Nikola Jokic, Victor Wembanyama and Alperen Sengun.

However, unlike the USA Stars and USA Stripes groups, the vast majority of Team World's players will have never played together before.

Here's how to watch NBA All-Star Weekend 2026 online and on TV. We’ve also listed the full schedule below so you won't miss a moment.

NBA All-Star Weekend schedule 2026

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Friday, February 13
7 p.m. — NBA All-Star Celebrity Game | ESPN, ESPN Unlimited
9 p.m. — Rising Stars | Peacock
11 p.m. — NBA HBCU Classic | Peacock

Saturday, February 14
5 p.m. — NBA All-Star Saturday | NBC, Peacock
> State Farm 3-Point Contest (1st Event)
> Kia Shooting Stars (2nd Event)
> AT&T Slam Dunk (3rd Event)

Sunday, February 15
2:30 p.m. — NBA G League Next Up Game | NBA TV
5 p.m. — 75th NBA All-Star Game | NBC, Peacock
> Game 1: USA Stars vs World
> Game 2: USA Stripes vs Game 1 winner
> Game 3: USA Stripes vs Game 1 loser
> Game 4: All-Star Championship

(All times ET)

How to watch NBA All-Star Weekend 2026 from anywhere

Away from home at the moment and blocked from watching NBA All-Star Weekend on your usual subscription?

You can still tune in live thanks to the wonders of a VPN (Virtual Private Network). The software allows your devices to appear as if they're back in your home country regardless of where in the world you are. So ideal for viewers away on vacation or on business. Our favorite is NordVPN. It's the best on the market:

How to watch NBA All-Star Weekend 2026 live streams in the U.S.

In the U.S., NBA All-Star Weekend coverage is split between NBC, ESPN and NBA TV.

The most cost-efficient way of tuning in is via one of the best cable TV alternatives.

Sling will give you the most bang for your buck. Sling Blue includes local network affiliates from ABC, NBC and FOX (availability varies by market), while Sling Orange carries ESPN. Sling Orange and Sling Blue both start at $46/month, but you can combine them for $65/month.

You can add NBA TV via the $11/month Sports Extra add-on.

ESPN simulcasts its coverage on ESPN Unlimited, which carries ESPN Select and all ESPN channels, and costs $29.99/month or $299.99/year, but for a limited time you can bundle it with Disney Plus and Hulu for $29.99/month for 12 months.

The NBA All-Star Game, All-Star Saturday, Rising Stars and the HBCU Classic are also being shown on Peacock. You'll need at least a Premium plan to watch live sports, including the Winter Olympics and Premier League, starting at $10.99/month or $109.99/year.

YouTube TV, the Fubo Elite with Sports Plus plan and the DirecTV Stream MySports Genre Pack will also get you comprehensive NBA All-Star Weekend coverage.

How to watch NBA All-Star Weekend 2026 live streams in the U.K.

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In the U.K., NBA All-Star Weekend is available to watch on Sky Sports, across the Sky Sports Action and Sky Sports+ channels.

Packages start from £22/month if you're an existing customer — or check out Sky TV deals and packages if you want to sign up. Alternatively, Now Sports offers Daily, Monthly and Annual passes. Prices start at £14.99 for 24-hour access.

Alternatively, comprehensive NBA coverage is available through NBA League Pass, which starts at £16.99/month or £79.99 for the rest of the season.

If you're not in the U.K. right now but already subscribe to one of these services, try using NordVPN to watch NBA All-Star Weekend as if you were back at home.

How to watch NBA All-Star Weekend 2026 live streams in Canada

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In Canada, NBA All-Star Weekend coverage is split between Sportsnet and TSN.

Sportsnet is showing the NBA All-Star Game itself, and the rest of the action is on TSN.

You can stream Sportsnet's coverage live on Sportsnet Plus, which starts at CA$29.99/month CA$249.99/year.

Similarly, TSN+ grants access to everything TSN has to offer for $8/month or $80/year.

If you live in Canada but aren't at home right now, you can still watch NBA All-Star Weekend live streams by using a quality VPN like NordVPN to unlock your usual service.

How to watch NBA All-Star Weekend 2026 live streams in Australia

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Aussies will find NBA All-Star Weekend live streams on ESPN via Foxtel.

Don't have Foxtel and don't want to subscribe? The games are also shown on Kayo Sports, with its affordable, commitment-free plans starting from just AU$30/month, and hosting plenty of NFL, cricket, AFL, rugby, F1 and more.

Anybody who hasn't used the service before can choose between a 7-day FREE trial and 1 month for AU$1.

ESPN's NBA coverage is available to live stream via Disney Plus too. A subscription starts at AU$15.99/month or AU$159.99/year.

Alternatively, comprehensive NBA coverage is available through NBA League Pass, which starts at AU$24.99/month or AU$121.99 for the rest of the season.

Not in Australia right now? Simply use a VPN like NordVPN to watch all the action on your account as if you were back home.

NBA All-Stars 2026

3-Point Contest 2026

Shooting Stars 2026

Team All-Star
Scottie Barnes | Toronto Raptors
Chet Holmgren | Oklahoma City Thunder
Richard Hamilton | NBA Legend

Team Cameron
Jalen Johnson | Atlanta Hawks
Kon Knueppel | Charlotte Hornets
Corey Maggette | NBA Legend

Team Harper
Dylan Harper | San Antonio Spurs
Ron Harper Jr. | Boston Celtics
Ron Harper | NBA Legend

Team Knicks
Jalen Brunson | New York Knicks
Karl-Anthony Towns | New York Knicks
Allan Houston | NBA Legend

Slam Dunk 2026

Carter Bryant | San Antonio Spurs
Jaxson Hayes | Los Angeles Lakers
Keshad Johnson | Miami Heat
Jase Richardson | Orlando Magic

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