Tyrese Maxey had a hilariously simple reason to explain why Team Stars ended up winning the All-Star tournament.

In the NBA, star power isn’t just a luxury — it’s a signal of stability, identity and sustained excellence. One of the clearest ways to measure that consistency is by tracking consecutive seasons with at least one player selected

Video highlights, recaps and play breakdowns of the Team Stars vs. World NBA game from February 15, 2026 on ESPN.

Wembanyama recorded 19 points (6-8 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 5-5 FT) and two rebounds across 10 minutes in Team World's 48-45 loss to Team Stripes in Game 3 of the All-Star Game tournament. Wembanyama led his team in scoring in the decisive Game 3,