The NBA’s 75th All-Star Game returns to Los Angeles this weekend with a revamped format at the Clippers’ new Intuit Dome. The festivities run from Friday through Sunday, featuring three nights of events across Los Angeles and Inglewood. The main event Sunday at 5 p.m. ET will air on NBC and Peacock.

U.S. vs. World format debuts

In a departure from tradition, this year’s All-Star Game features a U.S. vs. World format with two American teams and one international squad competing in a round-robin tournament comprising four 12-minute games. The three teams will each have at least eight players.

The tournament structure pits Team A against Team B in Game 1, with the winner facing Team C in Game 2. The Game 1 loser then meets Team C in Game 3. The top two teams by record advance to the championship game. If all three finish 1-1, point differential determines the finalists.

Celebrity game opens weekend at Kia Forum

The weekend kicks off Friday with the Ruffles NBA All-Star Celebrity Game at the Kia Forum at 7 p.m. ET on ESPN. The star-studded roster includes actor Keegan-Michael Key, rapper GloRilla, NBA legend Jeremy Lin, Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Keenan Allen and Brazilian soccer icon Cafu.

Reigning Celebrity Game MVP Rome Flynn returns for his second appearance, while Marvel actor Simu Liu and seven-time Olympic medalist Andre De Grasse are back for their second Celebrity Games. Chinese actor Dylan Wang and NBA legend Jason “White Chocolate” Williams return for their third appearances.

Saturday night showcases NBA’s elite skills

Saturday’s marquee event at the Intuit Dome features three competitions beginning at 5 p.m. ET on NBC and Peacock.

The State Farm 3-Point Contest opens the evening with eight sharpshooters: Phoenix’s Devin Booker, Charlotte’s Kon Knueppel, Portland’s Damian Lillard, Philadelphia’s Tyrese Maxey, Cleveland’s Donovan Mitchell, Denver’s Jamal Murray, Milwaukee’s Bobby Portis Jr. and Miami’s Norman Powell.

The Kia Shooting Stars competition follows with four three-person teams. Team Knicks features Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns paired with NBA legend Allan Houston. Team Harper includes Dylan Harper, Ron Harper Jr. and Ron Harper. Team All-Star comprises Scottie Barnes, Chet Holmgren and Richard Hamilton, while Team Cameron features Jalen Johnson, Kon Knueppel and Corey Maggette.

The AT&T Slam Dunk contest closes Saturday’s action with four participants: Carter Bryant of San Antonio, Jaxson Hayes of the Los Angeles Lakers, Keshad Johnson of Miami and Jase Richardson of Orlando.

Seven first-time All-Stars make debut

The All-Star rosters feature 24 players divided among three teams. Seven first-time All-Stars earned selections: Detroit’s Cade Cunningham and Jalen Duren, Atlanta’s Jalen Johnson, Portland’s Deni Avdija, Miami’s Norman Powell, Oklahoma City’s Chet Holmgren and Denver’s Jamal Murray.

Injuries forced several roster changes. Brandon Ingram replaced Golden State’s Stephen Curry, Alperen Sengun filled in for Oklahoma City’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, and De’Aaron Fox took the spot of Milwaukee’s Giannis Antetokounmpo. Norman Powell moved to the World team as part of the adjustments.

Record seventh All-Star event for Los Angeles

This marks the record seventh NBA All-Star in the Los Angeles area, following previous editions in 2018, 2011, 2004, 1983, 1972 and 1963. It’s the first time the event takes place at the Intuit Dome.

Beyond the main events, the league is hosting NBA All-Star Practice presented by AT&T at the Intuit Dome, the NBA HBCU Classic at the Kia Forum and NBA Crossover at the Los Angeles Convention Center. The NBA G League Next Up Game will take place Sunday at 2:30 p.m. ET at the Convention Center.

Fans can influence various aspects of the weekend through the NBA ID program, including votes for the All-Star MVP.