Miami Reportedly Selected for 2028 NBA All-Star Weekend

The NBA has reportedly selected Miami to host the 2028 All-Star Weekend, with Kaseya Center expected to stage the All-Star Game and Saturday night events. The league has not officially announced the selection, and the arrangements remain unconfirmed.

The reports say the NBA approached the Miami Heat about hosting after the team did not submit a bid. Miami has hosted the league’s showcase once before, in 1990, when the All-Star Game was played at Miami Arena. The reported selection would bring the event back to the city for the first time in 38 years.

The expected dates are February 19 for All-Star Saturday Night and February 20 for the game, during Presidents Day weekend. The Miami International Boat Show, which has often occupied that weekend, is expected to move to a different date in 2028, removing a calendar conflict that has contributed to Miami’s long absence as host.

Kaseya Center is expected to host the main events, while the Miami Beach Convention Center and the University of Miami’s Watsco Center are expected to accommodate other activities. Those are expected to include the Rising Stars event, the G League Up Next Game and NBA Crossover, a fan festival. The arena has a...