Amon-Ra St. Brown is taking his talents from the gridiron to the hardwood - at least for a night.
The Detroit Lions star wide receiver is set to suit up in the 2026 NBA All-Star Celebrity Game, joining Los Angeles Chargers wideout Keenan Allen for the annual crossover showcase. The game, scheduled for Friday, Feb. 13 at Intuit Arena in Los Angeles, will feature a mix of athletes, entertainers, and personalities from across the sports and entertainment world.
St. Brown isn’t the first Lion to step into the celebrity spotlight during All-Star Weekend.
That honor goes to Hall of Famer Calvin Johnson, who played in the 2023 edition in Salt Lake City. But St.
Brown’s presence in this year’s event adds a new layer of fun for Lions fans - especially after a season where, despite the team’s 9-8 finish and last-place standing in the NFC North, he continued to shine individually.
Let’s talk numbers. St.
Brown wrapped up his fourth consecutive Pro Bowl season by tying for second in the league with 11 touchdown catches. He also ranked fifth in both receptions (117) and receiving yards (1,401), continuing to prove he’s one of the NFL’s most consistent and productive receivers.
That kind of production doesn’t just happen - it’s the result of elite route running, sure hands, and a relentless work ethic that’s become his trademark since entering the league.
Now, he’ll get a chance to show off a different side of his game. The full celebrity rosters haven’t been released just yet, but we know the lineup includes ESPN NBA insider Shams Charania, Memphis rapper GloRilla, and L.A. music producer Mustard. Los Angeles Dodgers star Mookie Betts will be coaching one of the squads, and if you know anything about Betts' competitive streak, expect things to get lively.
The Lions’ social media team wasted no time hyping up their guy, posting a video of St. Brown knocking down a step-back jumper and flashing some solid footwork in a triple-threat stance. It’s clear he’s not just showing up for laughs - he’s got a little game.
That shouldn’t come as a surprise. St.
Brown grew up in Southern California playing basketball and soccer alongside his brothers before football became his primary focus. And while he may be giving up a few inches to your average NBA player at 6-feet tall, don’t expect him to back down.
He’s built his football career on precision, toughness, and confidence - traits that translate well, no matter the sport.
And hey, even if the jumper’s a little rusty, there’s always NBA 2K. But something tells us St.
Brown’s not just there to play around. He’s there to compete - just like he always does.