When is the NBA All-Star Game? Times, TV for weekend schedule of events

Posted by author February 15, 2025 NBA

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The highly anticipated NBA All-Star Weekend has finally arrived, kicking off with the thrilling Rising Stars event. The winning team from this event earned the honor of participating in Sunday’s All-Star Game, adding to the weekend’s excitement.

The NBA All-Star roster is a constellation of the biggest stars in basketball. Shaq’s team is a powerhouse of experienced players led by LeBron James, who is set to make his record 21st consecutive All-Star appearance. The roster also includes other luminaries such as Kevin Durant, Jayson Tatum, and Stephen Curry, adding to the star-studded lineup.

Chuck’s Global Stars will showcase the talents of two-time MVP Nikola Jokic, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Victor Wembanyama, Pascal Siakam, and more, all sharing the court in a display of global basketball prowess. On the other hand, Kenny’s Young Stars roster, featuring Anthony Edwards, Jalen Brunson, and Tyler Herro, is set to prove that they are the league’s future stars.

In addition to the NBA All-Star Game, there is still a lot of action to experience with the Slam Dunk and Three-Point contests. Here is everything you need to know about the 2025 NBA All-Star Weekend:

NBA All-Star teams

Team Shaq: LeBron James, Stephen Curry, Kyrie Irving, Jayson Tatum, Kevin Durant, Damian Lillard, James Harden, Jaylen Brown and Anthony Davis.
Team Chuck: Donovon Mitchell, Nikola Jokic, Trae Young, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Victor Wembanyama, Pascal Siakam, Alperen Sengun and Karl-Anthony Towns.
Team Kenny: Anthony Edwards, Jalen Brunson, Jaren Jackson Jr., Cade Cunningham, Darius Garland, Tyler Herro, Evan Mobley and Jalen Williams.

When is 2025 Kia Skills Challenge?

The Kia Skills Challenge is the first event on Saturday’s schedule. Four teams will compete, with two members from each team participating. Here is who will take the court:

Team Cavs: Donovan Mitchell and Evan Mobley
Team Spurs: Chris Paul and Victor Wembanyama (San Antonio Spurs)
Team Warriors: Draymond Green and Moses Moody
Team Rooks: Zaccharie Risacher (Atlanta Hawks) and Alex Sarr (Washington Wizards)

When is NBA 3-point contest?

The NBA 3-point contest is one event in a three-part Saturday night lineup, following the Skills Challenge. The winner of the 3-point contest will receive $60,000, while the second place will earn $40,000, and the third place will get $25,000. This follows the skills challenge, which starts at 8 p.m. ET.

Here are the eight players competing in this year’s 3-point contest:

Jalen Brunson (New York Knicks)
Cade Cunningham (Detroit Pistons)
Darius Garland (Cleveland Cavaliers)
Tyler Herro (Miami Heat)
Buddy Hield (Golden State Warriors)
Cameron Johnson (Brooklyn Nets)
Damian Lillard (Milwaukee Bucks)
Norman Powell (Los Angeles Clippers)

When is 2025 NBA Slam Dunk Contest?

The AT&T Slam Dunk Contest will conclude Saturday night’s activities, which begin at 8 p.m. ET on TNT. According to the NBA’s Collective Bargaining Agreement, the first-place winner will receive $105,000.)

Here is a list of who will participate in the Slam Dunk Contest:

Mac McClung of the Orlando Magic
Matas Buzelis of the Chicago Bulls
Stephon Castle of the San Antonio Spurs
Andre Jackson Jr. of the Milwaukee Bucks

2025 NBA All-Star schedule

All times Eastern.

Saturday, Feb. 15:

NBA All-Star practice at the Oakland Arena, 2 p.m.
NBA HBCU Classic at Oakland Arena, 5 p.m., NBA TV
All-Star Saturday night (skills challenge, 3-point contest, slam dunk contest) at Chase Center, 8 p.m., TNT and TruTV

Sunday, Feb. 16:

NBA All-Star Game at Chase Center, 8 p.m., TNT and TruTV

How to watch the 2025 NBA All-Star game

Date: Sunday, Feb. 16
Time: 8 p.m. ET
TV: TNT
Stream: NBA League Pass, Fubo
Location: Chase Center (San Francisco)

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