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Victor Wembanyama and Zach Edey Selected for NBA Rising Stars Event

28 Jan 2025, 6:24 PM ET — 1 min read

The NBA has officially announced the player pool for the highly anticipated Rising Stars game, a showcase event highlighting the league's top young talent. Taking place on February 14, 2025, in San Francisco as part of the All-Star weekend festivities, the Rising Stars game will feature a tournament format with four teams consisting of NBA rookies, sophomores, and G League players. Among the players selected for this prestigious event are San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama and Memphis Grizzlies center Zach Edey, both recognized for their impressive performances in their respective seasons.

Wembanyama, the 2023 number one overall draft pick, has been a standout player, making this his second consecutive appearance in the Rising Stars event. Edey, known for his significant contributions to the Grizzlies, joins him as one of the promising young players showcased in this competition. The format of the event consists of a four-team mini-tournament where teams will compete in semifinal games to 40 points, with the winners then facing off in a championship match to 25 points.

Rising Stars Participants

**Rookies**: Bub Carrington (Wizards), Stephon Castle (Spurs), Zach Edey (Grizzlies), Tristan Da Silva (Magic), and Dalton Knecht (Lakers).
**Sophomores**: Victor Wembanyama (Spurs), Scoot Henderson (Trail Blazers), and Gradey Dick (Raptors).
**G League Players**: Reed Sheppard, Leonard Miller, and Mac McClung.

As excitement builds towards All-Star weekend, players, fans, and teams alike look forward to witnessing the exceptional skills and competitive spirit displayed by these rising stars. The game serves as an exhibition not only of young talent but also hints at the future of the NBA.

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