Ron Harper Jr. to Represent Celtics in Multiple All-Star Weekend Events
The Boston Celtics will have more than just Jaylen Brown flying the green flag during the 2026 NBA All-Star Weekend in San Francisco. Two-way guard Ron Harper Jr. has earned a prominent role in the festivities — both on and off the court.
Rising Stars Game Selection
Harper was named to the G League squad for the 2026 Rising Stars Game, a direct result of his breakout production with the Maine Celtics this season:
- 26.9 PPG
- 5.0 RPG
- 4.0 APG
- 49.7% FG
The 24-year-old has been one of the most productive players in the G League, showcasing scoring versatility, athleticism, and improved decision-making — all traits that have kept him in the conversation for potential NBA minutes.
Family Affair in the Shooting Stars Contest
The Celtics made it official on Saturday afternoon via social media: Harper will compete in the MTN DEW Shooting Stars Contest as part of Team Harper, joining:
- His father, 15-year NBA veteran Ron Harper Sr. (5× champion)
- His younger brother, Dylan Harper (current San Antonio Spurs guard and 2025 lottery pick)
The announcement post read:
“Let’s go Team Harper 💫 Ron will join his father and brother in the Shooting Stars contest at the All-Star Skills Challenge.”
Seeing three generations of Harpers compete together will be one of the weekend’s most heartwarming storylines — a rare multi-generational family showcase in NBA All-Star events.
Harper’s Recent NBA Opportunity
Harper’s inclusion isn’t just feel-good news — it’s tied to real on-court momentum.
In Boston’s dominant 114-93 win over the Houston Rockets (February 4), Harper started and delivered career-highs:
- 33 minutes
- 11 points
- 9 rebounds
With Anfernee Simons now traded to the Chicago Bulls (for Nikola Vučević), the backcourt depth chart has thinned. Harper’s strong showing — combined with his two-way contract — positions him as a legitimate candidate for more rotation minutes down the stretch, especially if injuries or load management create openings.
Celtics Schedule Before All-Star Break
Boston has two games remaining before the All-Star break:
- Sunday, February 8 – vs. New York Knicks (12:30 p.m. ET, TD Garden)
- (Second game details pending in source material)
A strong showing in these contests — particularly against a division rival like the Knicks — could further solidify Harper’s case for NBA minutes post-break.
Bottom Line
Ron Harper Jr.’s selection for the Rising Stars Game and the family Shooting Stars appearance are well-deserved rewards for his G League dominance and recent NBA opportunity. For a two-way player who was once viewed as mostly developmental depth, this All-Star Weekend spotlight is a major step forward.
Celtics fans — how big is Ron Harper Jr.’s recent progress? Do you see him earning consistent rotation minutes after the break, or is he still primarily a Maine Celtics piece? And how excited are you for Team Harper in the Shooting Stars contest? Let me know your thoughts below — All-Star Weekend is going to be extra fun for Boston this year!