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The 2026 NBA All Star Game reserves were announced at 6 pm on Sunday, February 1st. Atlanta Hawks' star forward Jalen Johnson got the nod for his first career All-Star Game. At only 24 years old, Johnson is having a career best season as he is averaging 23.1 PTS, 10.5 REB, and 8.0 AST per game. Johnson is 7th in the league in rebounds per game and 4th in the league in assists per game. The emergence of Jalen Johnson’s ability to be the primary focus in the offense has been a sight to see.
The New All-Star Game Format and Teams
The NBA has announced a new format for this year's All-Star Game. They will debut a U.S. vs World format where three teams will compete in a tournament of four 12-minute games. There will be two U.S. teams and one World team. The Los Angeles Clippers will host the All-Star Game this year as it will take place on February 15 at 5 pm at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California.
Full Rosters
Below are the full rosters for the 2026 NBA All Star Game:
Starters:
Eastern Conference
Jalen Brunson, New York Knicks
Tyrese Maxey, Philadelphia 76ers
Jaylen Brown, Boston Celtics
Cade Cunningham, Detroit Pistons
Giannis Antetokounmpo, Milwaukee Bucks
Western Conference
Stephen Curry, Golden State Warriors
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Oklahoma City Thunder
Luka Doncic, Los Angeles Lakers
Victor Wembanyama, San Antonio Spurs
Nikola Jokic, Denver Nuggets
Reserves:
Eastern Conference
Donovan Mitchell, Cleveland Cavaliers
Jalen Johnson, Atlanta Hawks
Karl-Anthony Towns, New York Knicks
Pascal Siakam, Indiana Pacers
Norman Powell, Miami Heat
Scottie Barnes, Toronto Raptors
Jalen Duran, Detroit Pistons
Western Conference
Anthony Edwards, Minnesota Timberwolves
Jamal Murray, Denver Nuggets
Chet Holmgren, Oklahoma City Thunder
Kevin Durant, Houston Rockets
Devin Booker, Phoenix Suns
Deni Avdija, Portland Trail Blazers
LeBron James, Los Angeles Lakers
What Is Next for Jalen Johnson?
Jalen Johnson has emerged to be the new face of the franchise for the Atlanta Hawks. With Atlanta trading Trae Young, it is clear that they have gone all in on Johnson leading the franchise. Johnson allows the Hawks to play with versatile lineups, including the potent defensive duo of Dyson Daniels and Nickeil Alexander-Walker. Atlanta will look to build around Johnson at the trade deadline and not only make a push for the playoffs this season but also prep for next season.
Johnson is shooting a career best 36% from 3PT and an impressive 49.9% from the field. His shooting splits have not been affected at all with the usage rate increase. In fact, in most areas he has career highs in efficiency. Playing competitive defense is key for not only Johnson, but the Hawks as well. Johnson is in the first year of his rookie extension scaling to 5 years/$150M. Johnson is looking to lead the Hawks back to the playoffs and is in pursuit of his first career All-NBA nomination.
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