More than 60 million people in the U.S. have watched NBA games across NBC/Peacock, ESPN and Amazon Prime Video through the first month of the season, the most viewers for an opening month in 15 years. (Excludes 2011-12 season, which began on Christmas Day.)
The NBA has generated more than 30 billion views on social media this season, the most ever through the first month. (Source: Videocites)
CLEVELAND CAVALIERS FINED $100,000
NEW YORK, Nov. 18, 2025 – The NBA announced today that the Cleveland Cavaliers have been fined $100,000 for violating the league’s Player Participation Policy. The violation occurred when the Cavaliers held Donovan Mitchell and Evan Mobley, who are both star players under the Policy, out of the team’s game against the Miami Heat on Nov. 12 for rest.
The Policy, which was adopted prior to the 2023-24 season, is intended to promote participation in the NBA’s regular season.
TICKETS ON SALE FOR NBA ALL-STAR 2026 FAN EVENTS
– Tickets Available on NBAEvents.com for NBA Crossover, Ruffles NBA All-Star Celebrity Game, Castrol Rising Stars and NBA HBCU Classic Presented by AT&T –
– Fans Can Enter to Win Tickets Through NBA All-Star Rewards Program Supporting Local Businesses –
LOS ANGELES, Nov. 18, 2025 – The National Basketball Association (NBA) announced that tickets are on sale for NBA All-Star 2026 fan events taking place Thursday, Feb. 12 to Sunday, Feb. 15 in the greater Los Angeles area as the city approaches the 75-day countdown to the 75th All-Star. Tickets to NBA Crossover, the Ruffles NBA All-Star Celebrity Game, Castrol Rising Stars and the NBA HBCU Classic presented by AT&T are available at NBAEvents.com via Ticketmaster.
NBA Crossover returns as the league’s ultimate fan experience from Thursday, Feb. 12 through Sunday, Feb. 15 at the Los Angeles Convention Center, covering more than 300,000 square feet of all things NBA and pop culture. Fans can enjoy live music and viewing parties, more than 100 talent appearances and 40 unique activations, all highlighting the NBA’s deep connection to art, fashion, music and technology. Attendees will also have a front-row seat to action packed basketball programming at G League Park featuring the NBA G League 3-Point Contest and NBA G League AT&T Slam Dunk Contest on Feb. 14 and culminating with the NBA G League Next Up Game presented by AT&T on Feb. 15.
At NBA Crossover, fans can also step into NBA Creator Court, the league’s ultimate showcase for content creators, offering exclusive access to top social media stars across hoop culture, with meet and greets, hoop clinics, livestreams, fun basketball challenges and the PlayStation NBA Creator Cup.
At the heart of the experience is Crossover’s Hardwood Central –a festival-style destination featuring basketball-inspired games, local food trucks and a main stage hosting DJ sets and headline performances, including the Michelob ULTRA Courtside Concert on Friday night. During marquee in-arena events at Intuit Dome and Kia Forum, Hardwood Central will evolve into a watch-party destination, complete with live commentary and special giveaways.
For the first time, the NBA is introducing an official Artist-in-Residence for NBA Crossover. Renowned Southern California artist Joshua Vides will take on the role, infusing his signature black-and-white motif and distinctive creative vision to shape the look and feel of this year’s experience across event creative, onsite activations and limited-edition merchandise.
With a single ticket, fans gain access to the full spectrum of experiences at NBA Crossover – from immersive technology and top-tier displays of fashion to live basketball and world-class entertainment – making it the ultimate fan destination for NBA All-Star 2026.
The Ruffles NBA All-Star Celebrity Game, which features stars from media, sports and entertainment, tips off on Friday, Feb. 13 at 4 p.m. PT at Kia Forum. Later that evening, Kia Forum hosts the fifth annual NBA HBCU Classic presented by AT&T, when Hampton University and North Carolina A&T State University face off at 8 p.m. PT. Also on Friday, Feb. 13, Castrol Rising Stars will tip off at Intuit Dome at 6 p.m. PT, featuring the league’s top first- and second-year players.
Fans can take their All-Star Weekend to the next level with NBA Experiences presented by DashPass, offering premium access and exclusive hospitality. To learn more and purchase packages, visit NBAExperiences.com.
Local fans will have the chance to win exclusive prizes, including tickets to NBA All-Star 2026 events, through the NBA All-Star Rewards Program, an interactive fan experience available in the NBA Events App. By downloading the app and registering to participate, fans can engage with NBA-themed games, answer trivia questions and visit local businesses to earn rewards, helping support local entrepreneurs and drive economic activity across Los Angeles. A full list of participating businesses will be available in the NBA Events App. Restaurants and retail businesses with a Los Angeles storefront are invited to apply here.
Prizes include:
- NBA All-Star game tickets
- All-Star Saturday tickets
- Castrol Rising Stars tickets
- Ruffles NBA All-Star Celebrity Game tickets
- NBA Crossover tickets
- NBA Store gift cards
Download the NBA App for the latest NBA All-Star 2026 content, including premier benefits and fan rewards offered through NBA ID, the league’s membership program. The NBA Events App and NBAEvents.com provide fans with the most up-to-date information on event schedules, tickets and exclusive experiences.
PHOENIX’S BROOKS FINED
NEW YORK, Nov. 14, 2025 – Phoenix Suns forward Dillon Brooks has been fined $25,000 for making a lewd gesture on the playing court, it was announced today by James Jones, Executive Vice President, Head of Basketball Operations.
The incident occurred with 54 seconds remaining in the second quarter of the Suns’ 133-98 win over the Indiana Pacers on Nov. 14 at Mortgage Matchup Center.
