The NBA announced Wednesday that it's "Afrobeats-themed halftime show" will feature Grammy winners Burna Boy and Tems in addition to rapper and singer Rema. All-Star Weekend, running from Feb. 17-19 at Vivint Arena, is a highly-anticipated annual event that showcases the league's finest players.
Here's more about the musical headliners.
Burna Boy
Damini Ogulu, popularly known as Burna Boy, is known for his promotion of African music worldwide. He received international recognition after winning a Grammy for his album "Twice as Tall" in 2021.
Performing the halftime show at the 2023 #NBAAllStar Game… @burnaboy! Watch the #NBAAllStar Game, Feb. 19 on TNT pic.twitter.com/YSv2velEzH
— #NBAAllStar (@NBAAllStar) February 15, 2023
Tems
Temilade Openiyi, known professionally as Tems, has worked with big names in the music industry, including fellow Nigerian superstar Wizkid. Tems won a Grammy for her collaboration with American rappers Future and Drake on "Wait for U" this year.
Performing the halftime show at the 2023 #NBAAllStar Game… @temsbaby! Watch the #NBAAllStar Game, Feb. 19 on TNT! pic.twitter.com/wreAu6qfk9
— #NBAAllStar (@NBAAllStar) February 15, 2023
Rema
Rema, born Divine Ikubor, is a singer and rapper who amassed a global fan base after the release of his hit song "Dumebi" in 2019. Several of his songs have inspired dance trends on TikTok.
Performing the halftime show at the 2023 #NBAAllStar Game… @heisrema! Watch the #NBAAllStar Game, Feb. 19 on TNT pic.twitter.com/mXQcB8vJQC
— #NBAAllStar (@NBAAllStar) February 15, 2023