NBA Celebrity Game 2024: Team Shannon vs. Team Stephen A.
The much-anticipated 2024 NBA All-Star Celebrity Game kicked off at Lucas Oil Stadium, featuring the spirited clash between Team Shannon, led by Shannon Sharpe, and Team Stephen A., captained by Stephen A. Smith. The co-hosts of ESPN’s “First Take” took a break from their busy schedules to guide their respective teams in this thrilling matchup.
Team Rosters:
Team Shannon:
| Player | Position |
|---|---|
| Quincy Isaiah | Actor |
| Jewell Loyd | WNBA All-Star |
| Puka Nacua | NFL Wide Receiver |
| Micah Parsons | NFL Player |
| Lilly Singh | Actress/YouTuber |
| Kai Cenat | Streamer/YouTuber |
| Dylan Wang | Actor |
| Sir | Singer-Songwriter |
| Walker Hayes | Country Singer |
| Anuel AA | Latin Singer |
Team Stephen A.:
| Player | Position |
|---|---|
| Jennifer Hudson | Singer/Actress/Talk Show Host |
| Metta World Peace | Former NBA Star |
| Jack Ryan | Basketball Entertainer |
| AJ McLean | Singer |
| CJ Stroud | NFL Player |
| Kwame Onwuachi | Chef |
| Natasha Cloud | WNBA Player |
| Adam Blackstone | Musician |
| Gianmarco Tamberi | Olympic High-Jump Champion |
| Mecole Hardman Jr. | NFL Wide Receiver |
Game Highlights:
In the opening quarter, Micah Parsons stole the show, scoring the first 10 points for Team Shannon. However, Team Stephen A. managed to lead 26-22 after the first quarter. The second period saw a resurgence from Team Shannon, with Kai Cenat and Dylan Wang contributing significantly, resulting in a halftime lead of 52-45.
The third quarter witnessed a comeback from Team Stephen A., led by CJ Stroud, Tristan Jass, and Natasha Cloud, who won the “On Fire” challenge. By the end of the quarter, Team Shannon held a narrow 72-71 advantage.
As the game progressed into the final moments, Micah Parsons, Dylan Wang, and Puka Nacua secured a 100-91 victory for Team Shannon over Team Stephen A. Parsons’ outstanding performance earned him the MVP title, finishing with an impressive 37 points and 16 rebounds.
Game Statistics:
NBA All-Star Celebrity Game Score:
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Final |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Team Shannon | 22 | 30 | 20 | 28 | 100 |
| Team Stephen A. | 26 | 19 | 26 | 20 | 91 |
Team Shannon Stats:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dylan Wang | 18 | 2 | 3 |
| Micah Parsons | 37 | 16 | 3 |
| Puka Nacua | 16 | 5 | 4 |
Team Stephen A. Stats:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST |
|---|---|---|---|
| CJ Stroud | 31 | 9 | 4 |
| Tristan Jass | 27 | 10 | 6 |
The NBA All-Star Celebrity Game 2024 showcased intense competition, unforgettable moments, and outstanding individual performances, with Micah Parsons emerging as the well-deserved MVP. The clash between Team Shannon and Team Stephen A. will undoubtedly be remembered as a highlight of the All-Star festivities.