NBA Rising Stars Game Features New Format

The NBA Rising Stars game, part of the All-Star Weekend, will feature several promising young players, including Victor Wembanyama, Zach Edey, Cason Wallace, and Dalton Knecht. These rookies and sophomores will compete in a mini-tournament format with teams composed of NBA first and second-year players as well as G-League players. Notable selections include Oklahoma City's Wallace, who has been praised for his defensive prowess, and Memphis rookies Edey and Jaylen Wells, who have been instrumental to their team's success. The winner of the Rising Stars tournament will have the opportunity to play against NBA All-Stars, marking a new format for both the Rising Stars and the All-Star Game. Rising Stars selections are based on votes from NBA assistant coaches, reflecting the recognition of these players' impact on the court.