Jokic Names Ginobili to All-Time International NBA Quintet
During NBA All-Star Game Media Day on Sunday, February 15, 2026, Denver Nuggets superstar Nikola Jokic unveiled his ideal starting five of international NBA players, and included Argentine icon Emanuel Ginobili.
When asked to assemble his dream international lineup, Jokic selected a formidable group: Dirk Nowitzki, Manu Ginobili, Hakeem Olajuwon, Tony Parker, and Paul Gasol.
All-Star Game 2026 Confirmed Teams
The 2026 All-Star Game rosters are set, featuring a mix of current stars and NBA legends.
USA Stars
- Scottie Barnes – Toronto Raptors
- Devin Booker – Phoenix Suns
- Cade Cunningham – Detroit Pistons
- Jalen Duren – Detroit Pistons
- Anthony Edwards – Minnesota Timberwolves
- Chet Holmgren – Oklahoma Thunder
- Jalen Johnson – Atlanta Hawks
- Tyrese Maxey – Philadelphia 76ers
USA Stripes
- Jaylen Brown – Boston Celtics
- Jalen Brunson – New York Knicks
- Stephen Curry – Golden State Warriors
- Kevin Durant – Houston Rockets
- LeBron James – Los Angeles Lakers
- Kawhi Leonard – Los Angeles Clippers
- Donovan Mitchell – Cleveland Cavaliers
- Norman Powell – Miami Heat
World
- Giannis Antetokounmpo – Milwaukee Bucks
- Deni Avdija – Portland Trail Blazers
- Luka Doncic – Los Angeles Lakers
- Nikola Jokic – Denver Nuggets
- Jamal Murray – Denver Nuggets
- Pascal Siakam – Indiana Pacers
- Karl-Anthony Towns – New York Knicks
- Victor Wembanyama – San Antonio Spurs
All-Star Game 2026 Schedule – Sunday
- USA Stars vs. World – 7:00 PM
- USA Stripes vs. World – 7:55 PM
- USA Stripes vs. USA Stars – 8:25 PM
- Championship Game – 9:10 PM
The All-Star Game festivities are in full swing in Inglewood, California, having already featured the Slam Dunk, Three-Point, and Skills Challenge competitions.
Jokic’s selection of Ginobili highlights the Argentine’s lasting impact on the game and his recognition as one of the greatest international players in NBA history.