Who Is Playing in the NBA Celebrity Game?
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The 2020 NBA All-Star game is this weekend and the Celebrity game is always a fan favorite. Here’s who is playing in the game this year.
Celebrity game history
The NBA Celebrity All-Star Game is an annual exhibition basketball game played during the NBA All-Star Weekend. The game has been played since 2003 and features retired NBA players, WNBA players, actors, musicians, and athletes from other sports.
First celebrity game
The first NBA Celebrity All-Star Game was held in 2003 as part of the All-Star Weekend festivities. The game featured a mix of celebrities from the world of entertainment, music and sports. Among the celebrities who have played in the game are Justin Bieber, Kevin Hart, Usher, Spike Lee, Nick Cannon, Michael Jordan, Kanye West and Justin Timberlake.
Most recent celebrity game
The most recent celebrity game was played on February 16, 2019, at the Bojangles’ Coliseum in Charlotte, North Carolina. The game was a part of the festivities surrounding NBA All-Star Weekend.
The teams were composed of former NBA and WNBA players, as well as celebrities from the entertainment world. Team LeBron James defeated Team Giannis Antetokounmpo, 157-155. Kevin Hart was named MVP of the game.
NBA All-Star Celebrity Game Rosters
The celebrity game is always one of the most anticipated events of All-Star weekend, and this year’s game is no different. Some of the biggest names in entertainment will be suiting up and playing against each other in what promises to be a fun and competitive game. Who is playing in the game this year?
Team LeBron
This year’s NBA All-Star Celebrity Game roster is stacked with talent. On Team LeBron, you’ll find some of the biggest names in entertainment, including rapper Quavo, actor Anthony Anderson, and WNBA star Candace Parker. Here’s a complete list of the team’s roster:
-Quavo
-Anthony Anderson
-Candace Parker
– Common
-Alfonso Ribeiro
-jonathon Simmons
-jamie foxx
head coach – Mike Wilbon
Team Giannis
Team Giannis will be coached by Dwyane Wade and will include:
-A$AP Rocky
-Chauncey Billups
-Common
-Donovan Mitchell
-Mo Bamba
-Quavo
-Ray Allen
-Romeo Miller
How to watch the game
The NBA Celebrity Game is a game that is played annually during the NBA All-Star Weekend. The game features a mix of celebrities, current and former NBA players, WNBA players. It will be televised on ESPN at 7 p.m. EST on Friday, Feb. 16.
TV info
The game will be televised on ESPN at 7 p.m. ET on Friday, Feb. 14. You can also livestream the game on WatchESPN.
Streaming info
The 2021 NBA All-Star Celebrity Game will air live on ESPN on Friday, February 12, at 7 p.m. ET. You can also stream the game live on the ESPN app with a cable or satellite subscription, or you can watch with a live TV streaming service like AT&T TV NOW, Hulu + Live TV, Sling TV or YouTube TV.
Notable past performances
The NBA Celebrity All-Star Game is an exhibition basketball game played during the NBA All-Star Weekend. The game features retired NBA players, WNBA players, actors, singers, and other celebrities. The game is played under standard NBA rules and four twelve-minute quarters.
Kevin Hart
Kevin Hart is one of the biggest names in comedy today, and he has also shown his skills on the basketball court. In 2012, Hart played in the NBA Celebrity All-Star Game, and he put up a respectable stat line of 8 points, 3 rebounds, and 2 assists.
Justin Bieber
Justin Bieber is a Canadian singer and songwriter. He was discovered through YouTube videos in 2008 and his career took off from there. He has released several albums, won numerous awards, and played sold-out concerts all over the world. In 2012, he was named one of Time magazine’s “Most Influential People in the World”.
Bieber is also no stranger to the NBA Celebrity All-Star game, having played in both 2011 and 2012. In 2011, he had 11 points, 3 rebounds, and 3 assists, and was named MVP of the game. In 2012, he had 8 points, 4 rebounds, and 2 assists.
What to expect this year
This year’s NBA Celebrity game is going to be full of surprises. From the players to the coaches to the halftime show, there is something for everyone. Keep reading to find out who is playing in the game and what to expect.
Newcomers
This year sees the return of the popular NBA Celebrity All-Star game, set to take place on Friday, February 15th at the United Center in Chicago. Amongst the newcomers playing this year are Actor/Comedian KevinHart, quartet Boyz II Men, CNN host and TV personality Lisa Ling, WNBA legend Candace Parker and actor/rapper Common. Additionally, actor Michael Rappaport and former NBA players Scottie Pippen, Cedric the Entertainer and Shawty Lo will also be playing in the game.
Returning players
returning players
Shaquille O’Neal, Chris Paul, Andre Drummond, and Candace Parker are among the many celebrities returning to the NBA Celebrity All-Star game this year. Newcomers include Quavo, Common,and A$AP Rocky. The game will be played on Friday, February 16th at the United Center in Chicago and will be televised on ESPN.