The 2025 NBA All-Star Game is set to take place on Sunday, Feb. 16, at Chase Center. This year’s event will bring a new format, featuring three games, each won by the first team to score 40 points. To enhance fan engagement and elevate the spectacle, the NBA has enlisted comedian Kevin Hart for a historic role.
The four-time NBA All-Star Celebrity Game MVP will serve as the first-ever “on-court emcee” for the event. With his energetic personality and strong ties with NBA stars, Hart can bring a unique level of excitement to the game.
The NBA has named Kevin Hart as the first-ever “on-court emcee” for this year’s All-Star Game, per @NBAPR. pic.twitter.com/3rb57YRQAO
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According to NBA.com, Hart’s role will involve hyping up both players and fans throughout the night. He will also work alongside Ernie Johnson, Charles Barkley, Shaquille O’Neal, Candace Parker, and Kenny Smith.
“Hart will be charged with hyping up players and fans in the arena and watching around the world alongside Ernie Johnson and team general managers Charles Barkley, Shaquille O’Neal, Candace Parker, and Kenny Smith,” the report read.
Warriors Set To Host 2025 NBA All-Star Weekend In The Bay Area
The Golden State Warriors will host the 2025 NBA All-Star Weekend. The weekend will feature a mix of classic and new events. The traditional Saturday slate will take place on Feb. 15 and lead up to the revamped All-Star tournament on Feb. 16. A total of 15 players will ultimately start in the game.
The Western Conference will be led by Warriors icon Stephen Curry, joined in the backcourt by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. LeBron James, Kevin Durant, and Nikola Jokic will fill out the starting frontcourt. The reserves include explosive talents like Anthony Edwards, James Harden, Kyrie Irving, and Victor Wembanyama.
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On the Eastern Conference side, Jalen Brunson and Donovan Mitchell will command the backcourt. Jayson Tatum, Karl-Anthony Towns, and Trae Young complete the starting five. The bench features key contributors such as Darius Garland, Cade Cunningham, Jaylen Brown, and Damian Lillard.
