Overview
- NBA coaches named the reserves, placing James on the 2026 All-Star roster for a record 22nd straight year in his first reserve role.
- Kevin Durant joined the West reserves with Devin Booker, Anthony Edwards, Jamal Murray, Chet Holmgren and Deni Avdija.
- The Feb. 15 event in Inglewood will debut a three-team format with two U.S. squads and one World team playing 12-minute games before a final.
- Giannis Antetokounmpo is expected to miss weeks with a calf injury and would be replaced by a commissioner’s selection if he withdraws.
- First-time All-Stars include Jalen Duren, Norman Powell, Jalen Johnson, Jamal Murray, Chet Holmgren and Deni Avdija.