The NBA All-Star Weekend is set to take over the Bay Area, kicking off with the Rising Stars event on Friday night. This year’s format features a mini-tournament with four teams: three consisting of NBA rookies and sophomores, drafted and coached by Warriors legends Tim Hardaway Sr., Chris Mullin, and Mitch Richmond, along with a G League team coached by Jeremy Lin.

Selected players include standout rookies such as Anthony Black and Gradey Dick, alongside G League talents like JD Davison and Mac McClung. The mini-tournament structure allows for an exciting first round followed by a championship match, giving young players a chance to shine on a national stage.

The Orlando Magic aim to rebound from a heavy defeat as they face the Boston Celtics at TD Garden, marking the second matchup of their season series. Orlando (23-19) is coming off a disheartening 29-point loss to the Milwaukee Bucks, while Boston (28-12) also seeks redemption after a 13-point setback against the Toronto Raptors.

In their first encounter this season, the Magic edged the Celtics 108-104, and tonight's game kicks off Boston's two-game homestand.

Injury woes plague the Magic, with key players like Franz Wagner, Jalen Suggs, and Gary Harris sidelined. Meanwhile, the Celtics report no significant injuries as they prepare to defend their home court.

The Boston Celtics will face off against the Philadelphia 76ers in a highly anticipated matchup. Both teams have released their injury updates, with the 76ers missing KJ Martin and Jared McCain, while Joel Embiid is set to play.

The Celtics are dealing with their own injury concerns, as Jrue Holiday, Derrick White, and Jayson Tatum are all listed as questionable. The game comes as the 76ers, currently 12th in the Eastern Conference with a 10-17 record, look to build on their recent victory over the San Antonio Spurs.

The Chicago Bulls and Boston Celtics are set to clash in Chicago after a brief break, with the Bulls looking to take the lead in their season series following a recent victory.

Injuries may play a significant role, as both teams have multiple players listed on their injury reports, impacting their lineups ahead of the 8:00 p.m. EST matchup.