Birthday girl Rihanna, who turns 23 today, provided the halftime entertainment at Sunday’s NBA All-Star Game at the Staples Center in Los Angeles. A stunning RiRi performed a medley of her hits including “Umbrella,” “Only Girl (In the World),” and “Rude Boy,” bringing out surprise guests Drake and Kanye West for “What’s My Name?” and “All of the Lights.” Watch music’s all-stars bring their A-game to the court.

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Melanie Fiona represented for her native Canada by belting the Canadian National Anthem “O Canada” before the NBA All-Star Game at the Staples Center in L.A. on Sunday (Feb. 20). Past performers include fellow Canucks Nelly Furtado and Tamia. The R&B songstress was followed by Josh Groban, who sang the U.S. National Anthem.

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Keri Hilson and Bruno Mars kicked off the NBA All-Star Pre-Game festivities outside of L.A.’s Staples Center on Sunday (Feb. 20). Miss Keri showed off her toned abs while performing her hits “Pretty Girl Rock” and “Knock You Down” on the outdoor stage, throwing in a plug for the East team at the end.

The Grammy-winning Bruno Mars seized his moment by singing a reworked version of his No. 1 hit “Just the Way You Are” and new single “The Lazy Song” as the crowd waved their hands in participation.

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Chris Brown captivated partygoers during NBA All-Star Weekend by performing his hits at adidas and Snoop Dogg’s party at The Standard Hotel in downtown Los Angeles on Saturday (Feb. 19). Breezy, dressed in a leather jacket, white bow tie, and L.A. Kings hat, danced to “Yeah 3X” and brought Busta Rhymes to the stage for “Look at Me Now,” both singles off his forthcoming album F.A.M.E.

Miguel delivered a glowing performance, Run-DMC’s DMC kicked it old school, and the evening’s host Snoop welcomed out-of-towners to his hometown as Game, Chaka Khan, and Cee Lo Green looked on.

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The biggest names in showbiz and sports collided at Jay-Z and LeBron James’ 5th Annual Two Kings Dinner and After-Party presented by Bing in Los Angeles on Saturday (Feb. 19). The most exclusive event of NBA All-Star Weekend attracted Rihanna, Kanye West, Drake, Dwyane Wade, Melanie Fiona, J. Cole, Young Jeezy, and a non-photographed Beyoncé, who dined at upscale eatery Craft as DJs D-Nice and Mick Boogie provided the evening’s soundtrack.

The festivities continued over at the Creative Artists Agency (CAA) building, where the glitterati were joined by Ciara, Jamie Foxx, Brandy, John Legend, and Amber Rose, who partied until the early hours of Sunday morning.

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Nicki Minaj brought her blonde ambition to the NBA, performing at the National Basketball Players Association (NBPA) All-Star Gala at the J.W. Marriott Los Angeles at L.A. LIVE on the eve of Sunday’s All-Star Game. Wearing her hair curly and looking classy in a blazer, patterned leggings, and sky blue stilettos, the Harajuku Barbie tickled the VIP audience pink with selections from her debut album. She is preparing to hit the road with Lil Wayne on the “I’m Still Music Tour” beginning March 16 in Providence, Rhode Island.

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The Roc was in the building at Jay-Z and LeBron James’ Two Kings Dinner presented by Bing at Craft in Century City last night. Rap-Up TV pulled J. Cole away from the action just long enough to discuss his first time attending NBA All-Star Weekend, meeting former NBA coach Pat Riley, his “incredible” new music, and recently debuted video for “In the Morning” featuring Drake.

The Young Money crew—Drake, Nicki Minaj, and Lil Wayne—were a triple threat at IMP Entertainment and Steve Marlton Worldwide’s All-Star Event at Siren Studios in Hollywood on Saturday night (Feb. 19). Drizzy showed his wild side with a cheetah-print shirt underneath his tan blazer, while Nicki accessorized with a Barbie chain and Weezy puffed a cigar. Christina Milian, Flo Rida, and Yung Berg also lived it up at one of the countless events in L.A. over NBA All-Star Weekend. Take in the scene below.

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