The latest fan votes for the NBA All-Star Game 2026 have been revealed, highlighting some exciting shifts in player rankings. Luka Doncic remains the front-runner, garnering over 2.2 million votes. Other notable contenders have emerged, particularly within the Western Conference.
Top Vote-Getters in the West
Luka Doncic leads the Western Conference with a remarkable 2,229,811 votes. He is closely followed by:
- Nikola Jokic: 1,998,560 votes
- Stephen Curry: 1,844,903 votes
- Shai Gilgeous-Alexander: 1,554,468 votes
- Victor Wembanyama: 1,321,985 votes
Anthony Edwards narrowly misses the top five with 1,246,423 votes, showcasing the competitive landscape in the Western Conference.
Leading the Eastern Conference
On the Eastern front, Giannis Antetokounmpo tops the list with 2,092,284 votes. Other key players include:
- Jalen Brunson: 1,916,497 votes
- Tyrese Maxey: 1,908,978 votes
- Cade Cunningham: 1,752,801 votes
- Donovan Mitchell: 1,530,237 votes
Jaylen Brown follows closely with 1,514,259 votes, placing him just outside the top five.
Emerging Players: Barnes and Ingram
Scottie Barnes of the Toronto Raptors has made significant progress, moving into the top 20 vote-getters. Currently, he ranks 14th in the Eastern Conference with 232,072 votes. This rise could be attributed to the recent encouragement from Raptors head coach Darko Rajakovic, who urged fans to support Barnes in the voting.
Brandon Ingram, also of the Raptors, is just ahead of Barnes, holding the 11th spot with 281,799 votes.
Key Dates for NBA All-Star Voting 2026
The NBA All-Star Voting 2026 will conclude on January 14. The announcement of the starters is set for January 19. Fans eagerly anticipate the All-Star Game, scheduled to take place on February 15 at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California.
All-Star Game Format
This year’s All-Star Game will feature a new format. It will include two teams of U.S. players and one team of international players. They will engage in a round-robin tournament comprising four games, each lasting 12 minutes.
The All-Star festivities promise to deliver excitement and showcase the league’s top talents in a fresh and engaging way.
