Cleveland Cavaliers Sending Two to All-Star Weekend: Mitchell and Tyson Set to Shine
The Cleveland Cavaliers will be well represented in Los Angeles during NBA All-Star Weekend, with Donovan Mitchell and Jaylon Tyson both earning spots in the festivities. Mitchell will pull double duty in the 3-Point Contest and the All-Star Game, while Tyson will showcase his talents in the Rising Stars Game.
Let’s break down what fans can expect from each event-and how the Cavaliers’ duo fits into the action.
Rising Stars Game: Tyson Joins McGrady’s Squad
📅 Friday, Feb. 13 | 🕘 9 PM ET | 📺 Peacock
The Rising Stars Game is always a fun showcase of the league's young talent, and this year’s format adds a competitive twist. The event features 21 first- and second-year NBA players, plus a group of G League standouts.
The NBA players are split into three teams, while the G League players form a fourth squad. All four teams will compete in a single-elimination mini-tournament.
Here’s how it works:
- Two semifinal games: First team to 40 points advances.
- One final game: First team to 25 points wins the tournament.
Jaylon Tyson, Cleveland’s promising rookie, landed on a team drafted by Hall of Famer Tracy McGrady. He’ll be suiting up alongside:
- Tre Johnson
- Kon Knueppel
- Ajay Johnson
- Alex Sarr
- Cam Spencer
- Kel’el Ware
Tyson has been a bright spot in Cleveland’s rotation this season, and All-Star Weekend gives him a national stage to show just how polished his game already is. He’s a versatile wing who can score at all three levels, and in a fast-paced, first-to-40 format, that kind of skill set is tailor-made for impact.
3-Point Contest: Mitchell Back in the Mix
📅 Saturday, Feb. 14 | 🕔 5 PM ET | 📺 NBC & Peacock
All-Star Saturday kicks off with a bang this year, as the 3-Point Contest leads off the night’s events. That’s a shift from the usual order, but it makes sense-this is arguably the most entertaining event of the weekend, and Donovan Mitchell is one of the biggest names in the field.
This marks Mitchell’s third career appearance in the 3-Point Contest and his second as a Cavalier. Last time out, he paid tribute to teammate Sam Merrill by wearing a No.
5 Cavs jersey with “Money Merrill” on the back. He plans to run it back with the same jersey again this year.
Here’s the full lineup for the contest:
- Devin Booker
- Kon Knueppel
- Damian Lillard
- Tyrese Maxey
- Donovan Mitchell
- Jamal Murray
- **Bobby Portis Jr. **
- Norman Powell
It’s a stacked field, but Mitchell has the rhythm and range to make a serious run. When he’s locked in, few players get hotter from deep. Expect fireworks early on Saturday night.
G League Next Up Game: Charge Duo Gets the Call
📅 Sunday, Feb. 15 | 🕝 2:30 PM ET | 📺 NBA TV
The Cavaliers’ G League affiliate, the Cleveland Charge, will also be in the spotlight this weekend. Killian Hayes and Norchad Omier have both been selected to participate in the G League’s All-Star showcase, officially known as the Next Up Game.
Hayes has been putting up big numbers all season, averaging 23.5 points, 8.3 assists, 4 rebounds, and 1.7 steals per game. His shooting splits-.467 FG / .323 3PT / .795 FT-show a player who’s finding his rhythm in a lead guard role.
Omier, meanwhile, is making a strong case for a two-way contract. He’s averaging 18.5 points and 11.1 rebounds per game on .601 shooting from the field. His energy and physicality make him a force in the paint, and he’s already drawn attention from NBA scouts.
The Next Up Game follows the same mini-tournament format as the Rising Stars event, and unlike some All-Star exhibitions, this one tends to be genuinely competitive. Players are hungry to prove they belong on the NBA stage-and that intensity makes for a compelling watch.
NBA All-Star Game: Mitchell Joins Team USA Vets
📅 Sunday, Feb. 15 | 🕘 9 PM ET | 📺 NBC & Peacock
The NBA is once again rolling out a new format for the All-Star Game, this time with a three-team, round-robin style setup. The teams are:
- Team USA Veterans
- Team USA Young Stars
- Team International
Each team will play two 12-minute games. After the round-robin, the two teams with the best records will face off in a final game to decide the winner.
Donovan Mitchell is part of the veteran U.S. squad, a group loaded with star power:
- Jaylen Brown
- Jalen Brunson
- Stephen Curry (out due to injury)
- Kevin Durant
- Brandon Ingram
- LeBron James
- Kawhi Leonard
- Donovan Mitchell
- Norman Powell
This is Mitchell’s fifth All-Star selection, and he’s earned every bit of it. He’s been the engine behind Cleveland’s offense all season, balancing explosive scoring with leadership and poise. In a format designed for pace and flair, he’s the kind of player who thrives.
Final Thoughts
All-Star Weekend is always a celebration of the league’s best and brightest, and this year, Cleveland has a strong presence across all levels-from rookies to veterans, from the G League to the main stage. Donovan Mitchell continues to be a marquee name in the league, while Jaylon Tyson and the Charge duo are making noise in their own right.
Whether you're tuning in for the Rising Stars, the 3-Point Contest, or the All-Star Game itself, there’s plenty for Cavs fans to be excited about.