NBA Stars and Celebrities Unite for Baby2Baby and NBA Cares All-Star Day of Service

Los Angeles, CA – February 13, 2026, saw a powerful collaboration between NBA players, alumni and celebrities as they volunteered at the Baby2Baby and NBA Cares All-Star Day of Service event held at the LA Convention Center. The event focused on assembling essential items for families in require, particularly those impacted by the recent Los Angeles fires and supporting maternal health initiatives.

Volunteers Assemble 1.3 Million Essential Items

Giannis Antetokounmpo, along with fellow NBA players Tyrese Maxey and Baron Davis, joined celebrities like Lizzo, Kelly Rowland, Taylour Paige, and others in packing 1.3 million Baby2Baby’s Maternal Health & Newborn Supply Kits. The kits, powered by Huggies, will provide critical support to new mothers and their babies across the country. Just Jared reported on the widespread celebrity participation.

NBA All-Star Weekend Kickoff and Other Events

The Day of Service was part of a larger NBA All-Star Weekend celebration. Karl-Anthony Towns and his fiancée, Jordyn Woods, attended the “Legendary Tip-Off Celebration” at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, an event that as well drew notable figures like Queen Latifah, Octavia Spencer, and President Barack Obama. Getty Images captured photos from the event.

Partnerships and Community Support

Baby2Baby Co-CEOs Kelly Sawyer Patricof and Norah Weinstein expressed gratitude for the NBA’s continued partnership, highlighting the impact of bringing together volunteers and All-Stars to support both families affected by the Los Angeles fires and mothers and babies nationwide. Just Jared detailed this collaboration.

Additional Weekend Activities

Beyond the volunteer event and kickoff celebration, other activities took place during All-Star Weekend. Kevin Hart was seen at Chase Freedom’s Cashback Courts fan festival alongside NBA greats Jarred Vanderbilt and Chris Paul. Brandon Jennings, an NBA legend, celebrated a partnership with Crowned Skin by Darrell Spencer as the official grooming partner of PLYRS House. Michael Ealy engaged in an intimate discussion with former NFL and White House executive Michael Leach regarding Leach’s new book, Faith Over Fear, at The Gathering Spot LA.

Giannis Antetokounmpo’s Continued Support

Giannis Antetokounmpo and Mariah Riddlesprigger were prominently featured at the Baby2Baby NBA Cares All Stars Day of Service, demonstrating their ongoing commitment to community support and maternal health. TikTok showcased Antetokounmpo’s involvement in the initiative. Facebook also acknowledged their support.