NBA All-Star Weekend Delivers Spectacular Performances in San Francisco

The 2026 NBA All-Star Weekend came to a thrilling conclusion in San Francisco, with the Chase Center hosting some of the most spectacular performances in recent All-Star history. The three-day celebration of basketball excellence showcased the league's brightest stars in a series of competitive and entertaining events.

Saturday night's Skills Challenge and Three-Point Contest set the tone for an unforgettable weekend. Boston Celtics guard Jayson Tatum claimed his first Three-Point Contest title, hitting 28 points in the final round to edge out defending champion Damian Lillard. The Skills Challenge saw an upset victory from Orlando Magic point guard Paolo Banchero, who navigated the obstacle course with precision and speed.

The Slam Dunk Contest returned to its former glory with innovative dunks that had the San Francisco crowd on their feet. Sacramento Kings forward Keegan Murray took home the crown with a series of creative dunks, including a spectacular windmill from the free-throw line that earned perfect scores from all judges. His victory marked the first Slam Dunk Contest win for the Kings franchise since 2000.

Sunday's main event, the All-Star Game itself, lived up to expectations with Team Giannis defeating Team LeBron 184-175 in a high-scoring affair. Milwaukee Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo led all scorers with 35 points and was named All-Star Game MVP for the second time in his career. The game featured 47 three-pointers made collectively, just three shy of the All-Star Game record.

Beyond the on-court action, the weekend served as a platform for celebrating the global growth of basketball. Commissioner Adam Silver announced new international initiatives during his state of the league address, including expanded youth development programs in Africa and Asia. The All-Star Technology Summit also highlighted innovations in fan engagement and player performance analytics.

The economic impact on San Francisco was substantial, with tourism officials estimating over $200 million in revenue generated during the four-day period. Hotels across the Bay Area reported full occupancy, and local restaurants saw unprecedented demand from basketball fans from around the world.