Although the San Juan Knights led the North Division at the time of the event, its all-stars were instead coached by Dennis Pineda of the second-place Pampanga Giant Lanterns.
Ablaza also became a three-time all-star starter together with former MVP Jaycee Marcelino of the hosting Zamboanga Master Sardines, who made his third appearance.
Ljay Gonzales and Ximone Sandagon of the Quezon Huskers made their all-star debuts alongside Christian Fajarito of the South Cotabato Warriors.
Multiple players earned their second selection, including Jason Ballesteros of the Quezon City Toda Aksyon, Archie Concepcion of Pampanga, Michael Juico of the Pangasinan Heatwaves, Paul Sanga of the Caloocan Batang Kankaloo, and Roi Sumang of the Abra Weavers.
Meanwhile, Rabeh Al-Hussaini of Manila, Warren Bonifacio of Pasay, Hesed Gabo of Pangasinan, and Rhinwill Yambing of Quezon City became first-time all-stars.
They were joined by multiple team pairs: Arthur dela Cruz and Mac Tallo of Davao Occidental, Marc Pingris and Kenny Rocacurva of the Biñan Tatak Gel, and Jielo Razon and JP Sarao of the Parañaque Patriots.
Carl Bryan Lacap of the Valenzuela Classic and JJ Caspe of the Mindoro Tamaraws were chosen as the two homegrown selections, with both players also making their all-star debuts.
All three of the league's traditional pre-game events, including the Executives' Game, Three-Point Contest, and Slam Dunk Showdown, will make a return in this edition.