The wait is over: The NBA on Tuesday announced the reveal of the U.S. vs. World All-Star Game format to be played in 2026.
In the game, two teams of U.S. players and one team of international players (world) will compete in a round-robin tournament featuring four 12-minute games.
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NBC and Peacock will broadcast the league's annual midseason showcase on Sunday, Feb. 15, 2026 at 5 p.m. ET, 2 p.m. PT at the new Intuit Dome, home of the LA Clippers .
Maria Taylor introduces the brand new All-Star Game format that will be used this year in LA! 👀 pic.twitter.com/MupVfhxz9J — NBA on NBC and Peacock (@NBAonNBC) November 12, 2025
As previously done, 24 All-Stars will be selected (12 from each conference). But unlike

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