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- Watch NBA All Star 2026 for free with YouTube TV trial
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- All Star Games – February 13-15
The Six Nations return for week 2 with England and France looking to build on strong opening weekends.
England, France, Ireland, Italy, Scotland and Wales will all battle it out to be champion and perhaps even secure a grand slam.
There are plenty of free streams available, but what if you're based in the U.S., Australia or Canada? Can you watch it for free and on which apps?
Well lucky for you, we've put a guide together on how to watch the Six Nations for free from anywhere in the world across February and march.
How to watch NBA All Star Games for free
This year's NBA All-Star Games air on NBC, ESPN and NBA TV. But you watch all three channel for free with this handy YouTube TV 21-day trial.
It gives you ALL the 2026 All-Star games at no cost at all (remember to cancel).
Traveling outside the USA? Get NordVPN to watch your usual US streaming service from anywhere (also works with other global services).
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How to watch NBA All Star free from anywhere
Away from the US? Make sure you take advantage of a VPN so you can access your free stream of every All Star game across 13-15 February.
You've certainly got a lot of VPNs to choose from, but our money would go on NordVPN. We'll talk you through how to subscribe to this popular choice below and watch All-Star Weekend 2026 for free.
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We did our research and trust us when we say it's one of the easiest ways to use a VPN and watch All-Star basketball action away from home.
1. Install the VPN of your choice. As we've said, NordVPN is #1 ranked.
2. Choose the location you wish to connect to in the VPN app. For example, if you're travelling in Canada but from the US, select 'United States' from the listed countries.
3. Sit back and enjoy the NBA. Head to YouTube TV or your streaming site and watch every game free of charge.
NBA All Star 2026 FAQ
🏀 1. What is the 2026 NBA All-Star Game format?
The All-Star Game uses a USA vs. World format with three teams (two U.S. squads + one World team) in a round-robin leading to a championship game.
📍 2. When and where is NBA All-Star 2026?
It runs Feb 13–15, 2026 at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood, CA, with the All-Star Game Sunday at 5 pm ET.
🌟 3. Who’s the biggest player news?
LeBron James extends his All-Star streak, but Stephen Curry will miss the game (knee), and De’Aaron Fox replaces Giannis on Team USA.
📺 4. How can fans watch the weekend?
All main events — Celebrity Game, Rising Stars, Skills, 3-Point, Dunk, and All-Star Game — air live on NBC and Peacock.
🎤 5. What’s the big attraction off the court?
A star entertainment lineup features Ludacris, Brandy and a live “Roundball Rock” performance alongside cultural showcases and creator experiences.
What to know about watching All-Stars for free
Can I watch the All-Star Game 100% free?
Some official broadcasters stream the main All-Star Game for free via a watch-along (e.g., on Sky Sports' YouTube in the UK). If not you can watch NBA All-Stars for free with a YouTube TV free trial (US only).
What about the full weekend (all events)?
The Celebrity Game, Rising Stars, Skills, 3-Point, Dunk Contest, etc. are usually NBC and so you can stream on Peacock. You can watch Peacock from anywhere and also get Peacock free for 30 days with Walmart Plus.
Can free trials let me watch everything?
Yes — many live TV streaming services offer free trials that include ESPN, NBC and NBA TV, meaning you can legally watch all weekend events. Sign up for a free trial near All-Star Weekend (13-15 Feb) and use a VPN if you are on the go., Typical services with free/trial access include: YouTube TV (free trial), Hulu + Live TV, Fubo, DirecTV — trial periods vary by country.
✅ Summary: You can watch all the NBA All Star games — including the main All-Star Game and the dunking contests — for free or with a free trial, with our smart workarounds above.
NBA All-Star 2026 schedule (ET)
📅 Friday, Feb 13
7:00 p.m. – NBA All-Star Celebrity Game (Kia Forum, ESPN)
9:00 p.m. – Rising Stars Game 1 (Team Melo vs. Team Austin) (Intuit Dome, Peacock)
~9:55 p.m. – Rising Stars Game 2 (Team Vince vs. Team T-Mac) (Intuit Dome, Peacock)
~10:35 p.m. – Rising Stars Championship (Intuit Dome, Peacock)
11:00 p.m. – NBA HBCU Classic (Kia Forum, Peacock)
📅 Saturday, Feb 14
1:30 p.m. – NBA All-Star Media Day (Intuit Dome, NBA TV / NBA App)
4:00 p.m. – Commissioner Adam Silver press conference (Intuit Dome)
5:00 p.m. – NBA All-Star Saturday Night (Intuit Dome, NBC & Peacock)
– Includes State Farm 3-Point Contest, Kia Shooting Stars, AT&T Slam Dunk Contest.
📅 Sunday, Feb 15
2:30 p.m. – NBA G League Next Up Game (L.A. Convention Center, NBA App / NBA TV)
5:00 p.m. – 75th NBA All-Star Game (Stars vs. World tournament Game 1) (Intuit Dome, NBC & Peacock)
Subsequent round-robin games and Championship follow that evening.
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