Julian Strawther Replaces Scoot Henderson at Rising Stars Event

Denver Nuggets guard Julian Strawther has been selected to participate in the Rising Stars event during All-Star weekend as an injury replacement for Portland's Scoot Henderson, who is out with a sprained ankle. The 22-year-old Strawther has played 54 games this season, averaging 9.6 points, and he leads all second-year bench players in several statistical categories. Recently moving into the starting lineup due to Russell Westbrook's injury, Strawther boasts a strong performance record with the Nuggets at 26-8 when playing over 20 minutes. He joins 'Team M' for the Rising Stars tournament, coached by Mitch Richmond, alongside notable teammates including the Thompson twins and players from Washington. The event is set to take place on Friday at Chase Center in San Francisco, featuring a mini-tournament format. The winning team will earn a spot in the main All-Star game, further elevating the stakes for the young players involved.