Spike Lee, Kyrie Irving wear pro-Palestinian outfits to NBA All-Star Game featuring first Israeli player

Spike Lee Wears Pro-Palestine Outfit as Israel’s First NBA All-Star Makes History

Feb 15, 2026; Inglewood, California, USA; Spike Lee and John Tesh watch during the 75th NBA All Star Game at Intuit Dome. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images(New York, New York) – The 2026 NBA All-Star Game made

Spike Lee, Kyrie Irving wear pro-Palestinian outfits to NBA All-Star Game featuring first Israeli player

Deni Avdija scored five points and made four assists and one dunk in his first NBA All-Star Game — the first All-Star appearance ever for an Israeli player. But while Avdija’s Team World squad fell short against the league’s top American players, his appearance continued to generate excitement for Israelis, who have viewed his success on the court as a matter of national pride. Avdija’s jersey featured an Israeli flag on the back, in keeping wit…

Spike Lee wears pro-Palestinian outfit to NBA All-Star Game with Israeli-born player competing

While Israeli-born Deni Avdija was playing at the NBA All-Star Game, Spike Lee decided to express his support for Palestinians while he sat courtside.

Spike Lee Chooses ‘Free Palestine’ Stunt Over Celebrating NBA’s First Israeli All-Star

Leave it to filmmaker Spike Lee to prioritize a political costume over a historic moment of athletic achievement.As the NBA descended upon the Intuit Dome in Southern California for the 2026 All-Star Game, the headlines could have belonged to Portland Trail Blazers forward Deni Avdijam, who made history as the first Israeli-born player to appear in an NBA All-Star Game. Representing the World All-Stars on Team Stars, Avdija wore the Israeli flag…

Spike Lee Makes Anti-Israel Statement at NBA All-Star Game

Spike Lee wears 'Free Palestine' attire at NBA All-Star Game featuring Israel's Deni Avdija.

Spike Lee brings Palestine message to NBA All-Star Weekend

Oscar-winning filmmaker Spike Lee made a clear show of solidarity with Palestine during an NBA game over All-Star Weekend, appearing with a prominent accessory featuring the Palestinian flag.  The acclaimed director - best known for films such as Malcolm X and Da 5 Bloods - was seen courtside at the game in Los Angeles carrying a bag adorned with the Palestinian flag and a traditional keffiyeh. He also wore a hoodie marking US Black History Mont…