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2026 NBA All-Star Starters Announced
The NBA revealed the 2026 All-Star starters, featuring Luka Doncic, Giannis Antetokounmpo leading fan votes, with new faces like Cade Cunningham and Tyrese Maxey. The game on Feb. 15 at Intuit Dome introduces a U.S. vs. World format in a three-team round-robin.
LeBron James misses out on starting for the first time in 21 years.
LeBron James' 21-Year All-Star Starting Streak Ends
LeBron James was not selected as a starter, ending his record streak, though he may still make it as a reserve. James has missed 17 games this season, impacting eligibility for awards.
Fans note the shift to a new era with Luka, Wemby, and others leading.
New All-Star Format: U.S. vs. World Teams
Starters include presumed World team members like Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Jokic, Doncic, Wembanyama, and Giannis. U.S. likely features Curry, Brunson, Cunningham, Maxey, and Brown in a round-robin tournament.
The event is at Clippers' Intuit Dome on Feb. 15.
Stephen Curry Earns Record 11th Warriors All-Star Nod
Stephen Curry secures his 11th All-Star selection, a franchise record for Golden State. He headlines the U.S. starters alongside Brunson and others.
Curry's inclusion highlights his enduring stardom.
Clippers Face Bulls Tonight Amid Injury Probe
LA Clippers vs. Chicago Bulls game ongoing with live scores on ESPN; Clippers on 5-game win streak despite 18-23 record. Key injuries: Kawhi Leonard out (knee), Patrick Williams out (ankle) for Bulls.
Ongoing investigation into Clippers' salary cap circumvention involving owner Steve Ballmer and Leonard.
Lakers Beat Raptors 110-93 with Doncic and LeBron
Luka Doncic scored 25 points and 7 assists, LeBron James added 24 points and 7 assists in the Lakers' victory Sunday. The win helps Lakers improve to 25-16 in Pacific standings.
Highlights emphasize their return to form.
Deni Avdija's 26-Point Return Leads Blazers Over Kings
Deni Avdija posted 26 points, 8 assists, 8 rebounds in his back injury return, securing Portland's 117-110 win vs. Sacramento. Avdija is a contender for West reserves and Most Improved Player.
Kings struggle at 12-30.
Today's NBA Slate: Key Matchups Including Suns vs. Warriors
Tuesday games feature Suns (25-17) at Warriors (24-19), Clippers at Bulls, Spurs at Rockets, and Lakers at Nuggets. Projected lineups and odds available for fantasy players.
High-stakes Western Conference battles ahead.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Headlines World Team Starters
Canada's Shai Gilgeous-Alexander leads the first World team starters with Giannis, Jokic, Doncic, and Wembanyama. The format shift creates excitement for international stars.
SGA's inclusion boosts Canadian pride.
Reserves Debate Heats Up: Booker, Towns, Holmgren in Mix
Western reserves contention includes Devin Booker, Chet Holmgren, Deni Avdija, Kawhi Leonard, and LeBron James. East spots feature Karl-Anthony Towns, Bam Adebayo, Norman Powell.
Coaches will decide final 14 reserves.
Clippers Salary Cap Investigation Looms Over All-Star Weekend
Probe into LA Clippers, Steve Ballmer, and Kawhi Leonard for potential cap circumvention overshadows the All-Star Game at Intuit Dome. Leonard out with knee injury until Jan 22.
Could dominate weekend discussions.
Myles Turner Chose Bucks Over Pacers in Free Agency
Myles Turner signed a 4-year, $107M deal with Milwaukee after Pacers lowballed at $66M over 3 years. Bucks created space by stretching Damian Lillard's contract.
Turner cited business decision amid rumors.