The NBA just lately (on March 7) introduced that Phoenix has been chosen to host 2027 NBA All-Star weekend.
The 76th NBA All-Star Recreation will happen at Footprint Middle, residence of the Phoenix Suns, on Sunday, Feb. 21, 2027. NBA All-Star 2027 will mark town’s fourth NBA All-Star, having hosted the occasion in 1975, 1995 and 2009.
NBA Commissioner Adam Silver made the announcement earlier in March throughout a press convention at Footprint Middle, the place he was joined by Suns Chairman Mat Ishbia and Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs, with a recorded message from Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego.
“Our NBA All-Star festivities in 2027 will showcase Phoenix’s love of every little thing basketball,” stated Silver. “And we couldn’t be extra excited to work with Mat Ishbia and the whole Suns group for what guarantees to be an unforgettable celebration of our sport.”
“Phoenix is the final word basketball vacation spot and we’re excited for followers from around the globe to expertise our wonderful metropolis,” stated Ishbia. “We are going to present an NBA All-Star Weekend in contrast to another, showcasing the eagerness of our followers, our metropolis, and every little thing that we’re constructing right here. Thanks to the NBA and the whole Phoenix group for rallying collectively to convey this marquee occasion to Phoenix and present the world what we’re all about.”
“We’re excited to welcome the NBA and basketball followers to the nice state of Arizona for NBA All-Star 2027. Arizona is a premier vacation spot for sports activities and leisure, and we stay up for displaying followers every little thing that our state has to supply,” stated Governor Hobbs. “Mat Ishbia and the Phoenix Suns have elevated Phoenix as one of many best basketball cities on the earth and we’re so proud to host this iconic occasion collectively.”
“The Metropolis of Phoenix is thrilled to host NBA All-Star 2027. Our metropolis isn’t any stranger to internet hosting main sports activities and leisure occasions and that is one other alternative to place Phoenix on the worldwide stage,” stated Mayor Gallego. “NBA All-Star will convey pleasure and vitality to town together with vital financial affect. Thanks to the NBA and the Phoenix Suns for the chance to welcome followers from around the globe to our unbelievable metropolis for what shall be a memorable All-Star weekend.”
