The NBA unveiled the player pool for the 2025 Rising Stars event during the All-Star Weekend in San Francisco, highlighting four French players including top draft picks Victor Wembanyama and Zaccharie Risacher. The tournament will involve ten rookies, eleven sophomores, and seven G League players, formatted into three games. A new feature this year allows the winning team to compete against NBA All-Stars, guided by honorary GM Candace Parker. The Rising Stars Draft is scheduled for Feb. 4, ahead of the game on Feb. 14, where teams will be formed to compete in a series of matchups.
The NBA announced the player pool for the 2025 Rising Stars at the All-Star Weekend, showcasing top first- and second-year players and G League standouts.
This year's event will feature a unique twist as the winning Rising Stars team will compete in a mini-tournament against NBA All-Stars.
Candace Parker has been named the honorary GM of the Rising Stars champion, adding a notable presence to the event.
The tournament will consist of three games with teams created from a selection of top first and second-year players.
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