Detroit Lions Unveil Update on Amon-Ra St. Brown
The Detroit Lions’ wide receiver, Amon-Ra St. Brown, is making headlines beyond the football field. This February, St. Brown will participate in the 2026 Ruffles NBA All-Star Celebrity Game, set for February 13 at 7 p.m. Eastern Time. This event will air live on ESPN from the Kia Forum in Inglewood, California.
Amon-Ra St. Brown Joins Celebrity Game
St. Brown is not just a key player for the Lions; he is also branching into celebrity sports. This off-season, he will join fellow competitors from various fields in the NBA-themed event. The star-studded lineup includes actor Keegan-Michael Key, rapper GloRilla, ESPN insider Shams Charania, NBA champ Jeremy Lin, and Rome Flynn, the reigning MVP of the Celebrity Game.
- Date: February 13, 2026
- Time: 7 p.m. ET
- Location: Kia Forum, Inglewood, California
- Network: ESPN
Coaches and Competitors
St. Brown’s celebrity team will be coached by the Antetokounmpo brothers and MLB star Mookie Betts. The only other NFL player joining him is Keenan Allen from the Los Angeles Chargers.
Heading into All-Star Weekend
The Celebrity Game marks the beginning of the NBA All-Star Weekend, leading up to the main NBA All-Star Game on February 15. This year’s event is significant as it commemorates the 75th anniversary of the NBA All-Star Game.
The game will introduce a new format featuring two American teams, Team USA Stars and Team USA Stripes, competing against Team World. This shift aims to revive interest and competitiveness after fan criticism of past formats.
Prize Money Structure
Teams will face off in 12-minute games, culminating in a championship match. Notably, financial incentives are in place:
- Championship team: $125,000 per player
- Runners-up: $50,000 per player
- Third-place team: $25,000 per player
Some prominent NBA stars, such as Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Steph Curry, will miss the event due to injuries. Nonetheless, their absence has opened doors for players like Alperen Şengün and Brandon Ingram to step in.
Amon-Ra St. Brown’s participation not only showcases his versatility but also enhances the visibility of the Detroit Lions in popular culture. Fans are eager to see how he performs in this unique athletic crossover.
