Why You Can Trust CNET NBA All-Star Game 2023: How to Watch, Stream Today Without Cable
East meets West in the All-Star Game today on TNT, and streaming services have all the action live.
It's been a busy February in the NBA, with LeBron James passing Kareem Abdul-Jabbar to become the NBA's all-time leading scorer followed by a dizzying number of deals made at the league's trade deadline. Now, the NBA is taking a well-deserved break for All-Star weekend, taking place in Salt Lake City. The Slam Dunk Contest ended last night with Sixers' backup Mac McClung stealing the show after Blazers' star Damian Lillard won the 3-point contest.
Today is the main event. The NBA All-Star Game pits the 24 best players in the league against one another in an exhibition between the Eastern and Western Conferences. Here's what you need to know to watch.
When is the NBA All-Star Game?
The All-Star Game tips off at 4:30 p.m. PT (7:30 p.m. ET).
What channel is the All-Star Game on?
The All-Star Game is on TNT.
Who's playing in the All-Star Game?
It'll be Team LeBron versus Team Giannis for the All-Star Game with LeBron James acting as the captain of the Western Conference All Stars and Giannis Antetokounmpo heading up the team from the East. The All-Star draft will take place right before the game.
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For up-to-date news, info, highlights and MORE head to the 2023 NBA All-Star Hub on the NBA App!
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How can I watch the NBA All-Star Game?
Four of the five major live TV streaming services (all but FuboTV) offer TNT.
You can use either Sling TV's Orange or Blue plan to watch TNT. Each plan costs $40 a month.
YouTube TV costs $65 a month and includes TNT.
Hulu with Live TV costs $70 and includes TNT.
DirecTV Stream's basic plan costs $75 a month and includes TNT.
All of the live TV streaming services above offer free trials, allow you to cancel anytime and require a solid internet connection. Looking for more information? Check out our live-TV streaming services guide.