Jonas Aidoo Chosen for NBA G League Next Up Game with AT&T

On February 3, 2026, the NBA G League shared some exciting news: Jonas Aidoo, the talented center from the Greensboro Swarm, has been chosen to participate in the NBA G League Next Up Game presented by AT&T at NBA All-Star 2026.

This special event is set to take place on Sunday, February 15 at 2:30 p.m. ET at NBA Crossover, located within the Los Angeles Convention Center. Fans who are eager to catch the action can tune in to the game live on the NBA Channel. Luckily, this channel is available for free on a variety of platforms like Roku, Samsung, Tubi, Pluto, Fire TV, Prime Video, Xumo, Fubo, Xfinity, DirecTV, and DISH.

Standing tall at 6-11 and weighing in at 264 pounds, Aidoo has earned this recognition as a fan favorite, showcasing his skills by averaging 5.4 points and 3.4 rebounds over 10 regular-season games. Hailing from Durham, North Carolina, Aidoo officially joined the Swarm on December 27 after making his mark during preseason training camp. His journey with the Hornets began by signing an Exhibit-10 deal on October 15.

At just 23 years old, Aidoo has already made history by becoming the first player from the Swarm to represent the team at an NBA All-Star Weekend event. Talk about an impressive achievement!

During the Next Up Game, coaches from the Salt Lake City Stars and the San Diego Clippers, both champions from the 2025 NBA G League Winter Showcase, will form teams from a group of 28 players: 10 selected by fans and 18 chosen by the league. The players will be split into four teams of seven, who will compete in two semifinal games before moving on to a championship match. The semifinals will be played to 35 points, while the championship game will go to 30 points, following a format similar to the NBA Rising Stars game.

If you’re interested in being a part of the action in person, you can purchase general admission tickets for the NBA G League Next Up Game presented by AT&T at NBAEvents.com or through the NBA Events App, available on the Apple App Store and Google Play. Ticket prices start at $50 for adults and $25 for children 12 and under, with seating on a first-come, first-served basis. Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to see some of the G League’s brightest stars in action!