Last year, it was Natasha Cloud and Jewell Loyd with A’ja Wilson as a coach. This year, it’s Atlanta Dream guard Allisha Gray and new Golden State Valkyries forward Kayla Thornton, who will throw down some buckets for the people.

Owens will be on the floor with former NBA players Matt Barnes and Baron Davis, Olympic track and field medalists Masai Russell and Shelby McEwen, and two WNBA stars, the Atlanta Dream’s Allisha Gray and the Golden State Valkyries’ Kayla Thornton on opposing teams, among other celebrities.

Streamer Kai Cenat, comedian-creator Druski and musical artists Mickey Guyton and Shaboozey have been announced as participants in the NBA All-Star Celebrity Game, while multi-platinum rapper 2 Chainz was named a coach.

Streamer Kai Cenat, comedian-creator Druski and musical artists Mickey Guyton and Shaboozey were announced Tuesday as participants in the NBA All-Star Celebrity Game, while multi-platinum rapper 2 Chainz was named a coach.

The stars are heading to the Bay Area for the 2025 NBA All-Star Game, and that includes the celebrities. Some of the biggest names in music, sports and entertainment will take the court for a showdown at Oakland Arena.

The Ruffles NBA All-Star Celebrity Game has long been a staple of All-Star Weekend, and the NBA revealed the rosters and coaches on Tuesday (Feb. 4) for the 2025 game coming to The Bay set for next Friday (Feb.