MUMBAI: No Valentine’s day plans? No problem. ESPN has your entertainment sorted.

The 2025 Ruffles® NBA All-Star Celebrity Game is set to bring an electrifying mix of sports and entertainment to Oakland Arena on Friday, 14 February, at 7 p.m. ET, airing exclusively on ESPN, ESPN+, and Disney+. Whether you’re a die-hard basketball fan or just here for the celebrity chaos, this showdown promises to be the perfect distraction from heart-shaped chocolates and overpriced prix-fixe dinners.

The lineup includes Indian rap star AP Dhillon, Grammy-nominated musicians, Olympic athletes, and actors. Dhillon, known for blending Punjabi music with hip-hop and pop, joins Team Rice, led by Hall of Famer Jerry Rice and influencer Khaby Lame.

The roster features comedians, musicians, and athletes, including Druski, Noah Kahan, Shaboozey, Terrell Owens, Chris Brickley, Masai Russell, Shelby McEwen, Mickey Guyton, Rome Flynn, Matt Barnes, Danny Ramirez, Bayley, Oliver Stark, Pablo Schreiber, and Tucker Halpern. Kai Cenat, Dylan Wang, Baron Davis, and Walker Hayes return for another game. WNBA stars Allisha Gray and Kayla Thornton will also join opposing teams.

The coaching lineup features an exciting mix of music, sports, and digital media icons. Leading the charge is 2 Chainz, the multiplatinum recording artist known for his charisma on and off the court. He is joined by NFL Hall of Famer Jerry Rice, whose legendary presence brings a winning mindset to the game. Barry Bonds, the MLB All-Time Home Run King, adds a competitive edge, while globally renowned social media influencer Khaby Lame brings his signature style to the coaching bench.

Host Cassidy Hubbarth returns for MVP presentations and exclusive interviews. Mark Jones, Richard Jefferson, and Stephanie White will provide commentary.

The event kicks off with the Ruffles NBA All-Star Celebrity Game Green Carpet, presented by Wingstop, with exclusive coverage on NBA and Espn social media. Fans can also enjoy the Ruffles® 4-Point Ridgeline and Ruffles® Crunch Time.