2025 NBA Rising Stars Game Highlights Emerging Talent at All-Star Weekend
The 2025 NBA Rising Stars Game, a highlight of the NBA All-Star Weekend, kicked off on Friday, February 14, at the Chase Center in San Francisco. The event featured a mini-tournament format with four teams: three composed of NBA rookies and sophomores, and one representing the G League. The NBA players were selected by league coaches, while the G League team was chosen by the league office. The winning team earned the opportunity to compete in the NBA All-Star Game mini-tournament on Sunday.
This year’s Rising Stars event was notable for its coaching lineup, with NBA legends Tim Hardaway Sr., Chris Mullin, and Mitch Richmond leading the three NBA teams, while former NBA player Jeremy Lin coached the G League squad. The tournament began with two semifinal games: Team C vs. Team T and Team G League vs. Team M. The winners of these matchups advanced to the championship game.
Portland Trail Blazers guard Scoot Henderson, despite being sidelined with a right ankle sprain, was selected for his fourth Rising Stars appearance, a rare feat given his previous participation with the G League Ignite. Henderson expressed gratitude for the opportunity, calling it a “blessing.” He was replaced by Denver’s Julian Strawther on Team M, which also included standout players like Amen and Ausar Thompson, Bilal Coulibaly, and Yves Missi.
The Rising Stars Game continues to serve as a platform for the league’s emerging talent, offering young players a chance to showcase their skills on a national stage. The event also introduced a new twist, with the winning team gaining the unique opportunity to face off against NBA All-Stars later in the weekend. Fans could catch the action live on TNT, truTV, and streaming via Max.
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