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2024 NBA All-Star weekend in Indianapolis updates – Indianapolis Recorder
With one of the world’s biggest spectacles coming to Indianapolis in less than two months, fans near and far are anticipating new experiences, A-list celebrities and a boom in the city’s economy. Here is what you need to know about the 2024 NBA All-Star weekend.
“I got the deluxe tour of all of the improvements of Downtown here [Indianapolis], quite remarkable,” NBA commissioner Adam Silver said in October 2023.
One of those improvements is the Bicentennial Unity Plaza, located near the north end of Gainbridge Fieldhouse, which officially opened in the summer of 2023. Nearly $30 million went into the construction of the Unity Plaza. The city also poured a couple of million dollars into renovating Downtown Indianapolis hotspots, such as Georgia Street, Monument Circle and the Indiana Convention Center, ahead of the festivities.
One of the biggest announcements Silver made to Hoosiers and NBA All-Star fans during his visit to Gainbridge Fieldhouse last summer is the return to the fan-favorite format of “Eastern Conference versus Western Conference” in the 2024 NBA All-Star Game.
“We thought it was time that since we are coming back to a traditional market, as Indianapolis is, as Indiana and all it means for basketball, that we are going to return to the classic format for our All-Star Game,” Silver said. “It will be East versus West, with the return to the four quarters, that we are all used to for a basketball game.”
Mayor of Indianapolis Joe Hogsett spoke about what the NBA All-Star festivities mean to the city. ” Nobody hosts like Indianapolis, nobody,” Mayor Hogsett said. “The NBA is a global game, and NBA All-Star is unique because it allows us to put our city on display for a truly international audience. With a projected impact of more than $320 million, the ripple effects of hosting this incredible event will be felt well into the future.”
Mayor Hogsett also said that “approximately 3,100 jobs will be created, supported or expanded to support this event.”
The last time Indianapolis hosted an NBA All-Star weekend was in 1985. The merriments took place at Market Square Arena and the Hoosier Dome, which have both since been decimated. The All-Star took place Feb. 10, which was also the day that Indianapolis received the most snow in 1985, recording approximately 5 inches.
Current Pacers Sports & Entertainment President Rick Fuson was a part of the 1985 All-Star Committee during the emphatic “White Christmas-styled” weekend almost 40 years ago. Fuson jokingly begged the powers that be for the city to avoid another snow-filled NBA All-Star Game.
“I think Commissioner Silver and the All-Star Game being here would be really good for the city,” Pacers fan Will Castetter said. “I think All-Star will bring a lot of publicity. People not from Indy will get to see that Indianapolis is a really great place to be and get to experience a bit of the great things going on in the city.”
Pacers Board of Directors member Stephen “Steve” Simon spoke about the beauty of All-Star weekend returning to Indianapolis. “There is so much to be excited about,” Simon said.
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“It is getting real; it [2024 NBA All-Star] is coming,” Simon said. Fuson piggybacked off Simon’s comment, stating, “Our city is ready.”
Contact multi-media staff writer Noral Parham III at 317-762-7846. Follow him on Twitter @3Noral. For more 2024 NBA All-Star weekend updates, visit our sports page here.
INDIANAPOLIS — Colts quarterback Riley Leonard came into the facility with a knee injury on Monday and it’s unclear if Leonard will be able to start against Seattle.
“Hopefully,” Indianapolis head coach Shane Steichen said.
Brett Rypien, the team’s practice-squad quarterback, is the only other quarterback on the roster. Steichen did say that Indianapolis general manager Chris Ballard is looking to add a quarterback.
INDIANAPOLIS — A record number of volunteers came together this weekend to make the holidays brighter for families across Indianapolis.
Jewish Family Services wrapped up its largest-ever Adopt-a-Family event, supporting 100 households with gifts, clothing and essential supplies.
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More than 1,500 volunteers help make holidays brighter for Indianapolis families
More than 1,500 community members gathered inside the JCC Laikin Auditorium, turning the space into a holiday workshop filled with wrapping stations, service projects and family-friendly activities.
In addition to gift donations, the event helped restock Popsie’s Pantry, Jewish Family Services’ community food pantry. The pantry provides groceries, personal care items and household essentials.
Julie Sondhelm, Clinical Director at Jewish Family Services, says the need in the community continues to grow.
“Every week, families come to us for essentials like food, laundry detergent and diapers,” she said. “These items are costly, and many simply can’t make it through the month.”
This year’s program supported 305 individuals. Organizers say one of the most meaningful parts of the event is seeing families volunteer together, teaching children early about generosity and community responsibility.
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A longtime supporter shared that their own family has been involved for 20 years, and the tradition has strengthened their connection to the community. Kids participate by selecting gifts, wrapping them and learning firsthand the impact of giving.
Jewish Family Services says the continued growth of Adopt-a-Family reflects a community-wide commitment to showing up for neighbors during the holiday season.
To learn more about the program or ways to support local families, click HERE.
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Will Parker Washington play today, Dec. 7, vs. Indianapolis Colts? Inactives, injury report
The Indianapolis Colts (8-4) visit the Jacksonville Jaguars (8-4) in NFL Week 14 action. Here are the inactives for both teams.
Colts cornerback Sauce Gardner (calf) is out, as expected. Jacksonville wide receiver Parker Washington (hip), who has 3 receiving and 2 punt return touchdowns, is also out. Pass rusher Travon Walker (knee), who had 3 sacks against the Colts in a game last season but has missed a couple of weeks, is active.
Sauce Gardner, Tyquan Lewis, D.J. Giddens, Reuben Lowry III, Will Mallory, George Odum, Luke Tenuta
Jacksonville Jaguars inactives vs. Indianapolis Colts today, Dec. 7, in NFL Week 14
Parker Washington, Andrew Wingard, Yasir Abdullah, Walker Little, Johnny Mundt, Emmanuel Ogbah, Austin Johnson
Start time for Indianapolis Colts vs. the Jacksonville Jaguars today, Dec. 7, in NFL Week 14; when do the Indianapolis Colts play the Jacksonville Jaguars today, Dec. 7, in NFL Week 14?
The Indianapolis Colts-Jacksonville Jaguars game is scheduled for 1 p.m. ET on Sunday, Dec. 7, at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, Florida.
Where to watch Indianapolis Colts vs. the Jacksonville Jaguars today, Dec. 7, in NFL Week 14; what channel is the Indianapolis Colts-Jacksonville Jaguars game today, Dec. 7, in NFL Week 14?
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Are the Indianapolis Colts favored vs. Jacksonville Jaguars today, Dec. 7, NFL Week 14 action? Indianapolis Colts vs. Jacksonville Jaguars betting odds today, Dec. 7, in NFL Week 14
- via BetMGM
- Favorite: Colts by 1.5 points
- Over/under: 47.5 total points
- Moneyline: Colts -130, Jaguars +110
- ESPN’s matchup predictor gives the Colts a 55.8% chance of winning.
How can I get tickets for Indianapolis Colts vs. Jacksonville Jaguars today, Dec. 7, in NFL Week 14? How much are tickets for Indianapolis Colts vs. Jacksonville Jaguars today, Dec. 7, in NFL Week 14?
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Will it rain on the Indianapolis Colts vs. Jacksonville Jaguars game today, Dec. 7? Indianapolis Colts vs. Jacksonville Jaguars weather today, Dec. 7
The National Weather Service predicts rain and high temperatures in the low 60s in Jacksonville on Sunday, Dec. 7.
(all times ET)
- Thursday, Dec. 4: Detroit Lions 44, Dallas Cowboys 30, Amazon Prime (summary, box score)
- Sunday, Dec. 7: Seattle Seahawks at Atlanta Falcons, 1 p.m., Fox (summary, box score)
- Sunday, Dec. 7: Pittsburgh Steelers at Baltimore Ravens, 1 p.m., CBS (summary, box score)
- Sunday, Dec. 7: Tennessee Titans at Cleveland Browns, 1 p.m., Fox (summary, box score)
- Sunday, Dec. 7: Chicago Bears at Green Bay Packers, 1 p.m., Fox (summary, box score)
- Sunday, Dec. 7: Indianapolis Colts at Jacksonville Jaguars, 1 p.m., CBS (summary, box score)
- Sunday, Dec. 7: Washington Commanders at Minnesota Vikings, 1 p.m., Fox (summary, box score)
- Sunday, Dec. 7: Miami Dolphins at New York Jets, 1 p.m., CBS (summary, box score)
- Sunday, Dec. 7: New Orleans Saints at Tampa Bay Buccaneers, 1 p.m., CBS (summary, box score)
- Sunday, Dec. 7: Denver Broncos at Las Vegas Raiders, 4:05 p.m., CBS (summary, box score)
- Sunday, Dec. 7: Los Angeles Rams at Arizona Cardinals, 4:25 p.m., Fox (summary, box score)
- Sunday, Dec. 7: Cincinnati Bengals at Buffalo Bills, 4;25 p.m., Fox (summary, box score)
- Sunday, Dec. 7: Houston Texans at Kansas City Chiefs, NBC, Peacock, NBC Universo (summary, box score)
- Monday, Dec. 8: Philadelphia Eagles at Los Angeles Chargers, 8:15 p.m., ABC, ESPN, ESPN2, ESPN Deportes (summary, box score)
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Who has a bye in NFL Week 14?
New York Giants, Carolina Panthers, San Francisco 49ers, New England Patriots
Colts 2025 regular season schedule
- Week 1: Indianapolis Colts 33, Miami Dolphins 8, box score, stats
- Week 2: Colts 29, Denver Broncos 28, box score, stats
- Week 3: Colts 41, Tennessee Titans 20, box score, stats
- Week 4: Los Angeles Rams 27, Colts 20, box score, stats
- Week 5: Colts 40, Las Vegas Raiders 6, box score, stats
- Week 6: Colts 31, Arizona Cardinals 27, box score, stats
- Week 7: Colts 38, Los Angeles Chargers 24, box score, stats
- Week 8: Colts 38, Tennessee Titans 14 box score, stats
- Week 9: Pittsburgh Steelers 27, Colts 20 box score, stats
- Week 10: Colts 31, Atlanta Falcons 25, OT, box score, stats
- Week 11: Bye
- Week 12: Kansas City Chiefs 23, Colts 20, OT, box score, stats
- Week 13: Houston Texans 20, Colts 16, box score, stats
- Week 14: Sunday, Dec. 7, at Jacksonville Jaguars, 1 p.m., CBS
- Week 15: Sunday, Dec. 14, at Seattle Seahawks, 4:25 p.m., CBS
- Week 16: Monday, Dec. 22, vs. San Francisco 49ers, 8:15 p.m., ESPN’s “Monday Night Football”
- Week 17: Sunday, Dec. 28, vs. Jacksonville Jaguars, 1 p.m., Fox
- Week 18: Date TBD, at Houston Texans, time TBD, TBD
Joel A. Erickson and Nathan Brown cover the Colts all season. Get more coverage on IndyStarTV and with the Colts Insider newsletter.
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