Photo of Staff Bona

Thando Thabethe travels to NBA All Star weekend in California

2y By Staff Bona

South African media personality and actress, Thando Thabethe, enjoyed an unforgettable experience at the 2025 NBA All-Star Weekend in San Francisco, California.

The NBA All-Star Weekend is one of the highlights of the basketball season as some of the league’s biggest stars such as LeBron James, Stephen Curry and Kevin Durant compete in the annual mid-season game.

The NBA All-Star Weekend features many outstanding events across the three days. Friday night is reserved for the Ruffles Celebrity Game and the Castrol Rising Stars Game.

Saturday is a day of fun and games as it features the Kia Skills Challenge, Starry 3-Point Contest, and AT&T Slam Dunk Contest, while Sunday is reserved for the NBA All-Star Game.

The event is not just a basketball celebration but instead a weekend of fun, glitz and glam as many high-profile celebrities are spotted in attendance at the event.

NBA Africa invited Thando, along with actress Linda Mtoba and Nigerian actress Osas Ighodaro and the three ladies were treated to an all-expenses trip to enjoy the fame and fortune of the event.

“African Queens Takeover in San Francisco! We’re bringing the vibrant energy, style, and power of Africa to the heart of the city, full of excitement, culture, and celebration. Meet the three incredible ladies who will be joining us for this year’s All-Star Weekend,” NBA Africa wrote.

 

View this post on Instagram

 

A post shared by NBA Africa (@nbaafricaofficial)

According to The South African, Thando was excited about the opportunity to represent South Africa on the global stage and to experience the thrill of the All-Star weekend.

” It’s an honour to represent South Africa at such a prestigious international event. I’m excited to witness the electrifying atmosphere of the All-Star Weekend and celebrate the global appeal of basketball,” she said.

“I am so excited to be a part of the All-Star Weekend. I am looking forward to seeing all of the great basketball being played,” Linda added.

Thando shared snippets of her travels to the USA, including her trip to London and San Francisco.

“Let’s go to the NBA all-star weekend” she wrote.

First published by African Insider

Compiled by Matthew Petersen

Also see: Oops! Khanyi Mbau is teaching ‘mind your business’ – is she back with Kudzai?

LIFESTYLE

In seeking community, are group chats replacing third spaces?

In an increasingly digital world, the desire for community and human connection remains central to humanity. Whether young or old, everyone seeks it. Due to a dwindling global economy, third spaces are becoming obsolete. Also see: Preparing your pets for the festive season Younger generations find themselves joining group chats to supplement the benefits of participating […]

Read more...
HEALTH & WELLNESS

How to manage stress as the year comes to an end

As the year draws to a close, many people may find themselves feeling mentally and physically exhausted. Work deadlines, financial pressures, family commitments and the desire to finish the year on a high note can all contribute to mounting stress. Also see: Feeling unwell? These physical signs could be linked to stress While occasional stress […]

Read more...
SPORTS

Pitso Mosimane begins 2nd Bafana Bafana stint with crucial win

Bafana Bafana earned a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Guinea in their opening AFCON qualifier on Saturday afternoon. Also see: Pitso Mosimane wants Bafana Bafana to build Springboks-style squad depth Pitso Mosimane’s long-awaited return to the Bafana Bafana dugout got off to an incredible start on Saturday afternoon, with South Africa digging deep to secure a hard-fought […]

Read more...