Miami is set to host the 2028 NBA All-Star Weekend, according to a report from ESPN. Sources told the outlet’s Shams Charania on Monday that the league is finalizing plans to bring the event back to South Florida.
First Time in Decades
The Miami Heat last hosted the festivities in 1990. By the time the 2028 event arrives, nearly four decades will have passed since the city’s previous All-Star Weekend.
What the Weekend Looks Like
The annual event runs across three days. Friday features the Rising Stars showcase. Saturday is built around the 3-point contest, the Shooting Stars competition and the dunk contest. The weekend closes on Sunday with the All-Star Game, which pits American players against international talent.
Recent and Upcoming Editions
Last year’s All-Star Game was played at the Intuit Dome in Los Angeles. The USA Stars beat the World team 37-35 in a close finish.
The next All-Star Weekend is scheduled for Feb. 19-21 in Phoenix. Miami’s turn would come in 2028.
ESPN’s report is based on unnamed sources, and the league is still finalizing its plans. Hip-Hop Network will update this story if the NBA or the Heat make an official announcement.
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