Ariana Grande to headline NBA All-Star halftime show

In this Dec. 5, 2014 file photo, Ariana Grande performs at the KIIS FM's Jingle Ball at the Staples Center in Los Angeles. AP

In this Dec. 5, 2014 file photo, Ariana Grande performs at the KIIS FM’s Jingle Ball at the Staples Center in Los Angeles. AP

NEW YORK — Ariana Grande will headline the NBA All-Star halftime show next month.

The NBA announced Thursday that the pop singer will perform at the Feb. 15 event at Madison Square Garden in New York City.

The big-voiced singer had a breakthrough last year with her sophomore album, “My Everything,” which includes the hits “Problem,” ”Break Free,” ”Bang Bang” and “Love Me Harder.” She is nominated for two Grammy Awards, including best pop vocal album.

The All-Star game will air live on TNT.

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