NBA All-Star Weekend Preview
In an exciting lead-up to the NBA All-Star weekend, three iconic Hall of Famers — Carmelo Anthony, Vince Carter, and Tracy McGrady — are set to reveal their top picks from the league’s emerging talents during live coverage on NBC and Peacock. This draft event will pave the way for the Rising Stars Game, scheduled for February 13, when these legends will coach selected teams comprised of rising stars in professional basketball.
Rising Stars Game Roster
The NBA has disclosed the talented roster of players who will be vying for a spot in this coveted game. The lineup features both rookie and sophomore players, chosen through a voting process involving assistant coaches from across the league.
Rookie Contenders
- Cedric Coward (Memphis Grizzlies)
- Egor Dëmin (Brooklyn Nets)
- VJ Edgecombe (Philadelphia 76ers)
- Jeremiah Fears (New Orleans Pelicans)
- Cooper Flagg (Dallas Mavericks)
- Dylan Harper (San Antonio Spurs)
- Tre Johnson (Washington Wizards)
- Kon Knueppel (Charlotte Hornets)
- Cam Spencer (Memphis Grizzlies)
- Collin Murray-Boyles (Toronto Raptors)
- Derik Queen (New Orleans Pelicans)
Sophomore Players
- Matas Buzelis (Chicago Bulls)
- Stephon Castle (San Antonio Spurs)
- Donovan Clingan (Portland Trail Blazers)
- Kyshawn George (Washington Wizards)
- Ajay Mitchell (Oklahoma City Thunder)
- Alex Sarr (Washington Wizards)
- Reed Sheppard (Houston Rockets)
- Jaylon Tyson (Cleveland Cavaliers)
- Kel’el Ware (Miami Heat)
- Jaylen Wells (Memphis Grizzlies)
G-League Team
Additionally, a fourth team comprising players from the G-League will be managed by former NBA player and current NBC broadcaster Austin Rivers. The G-League roster includes:
- Sean East II (Salt Lake City Stars)
- Ron Harper Jr. (Maine Celtics)
- David Jones Garcia (Austin Spurs)
- Yanic Konan Niederhäuser (San Diego Clippers)
- Alijah Martin (Raptors 905)
- Tristen Newton (Rio Grande Valley Vipers)
- Yang Hansen (Rip City Remix)
Game Format
The format for this year’s Rising Stars Game has been retained from last season, ensuring an engaging atmosphere. The 21 assigned players will be divided into three teams of seven, with the G-League participants forming the fourth team. The format features a mini-tournament structure, where two semi-final matches will be played to 40 points, with no time constraints, followed by a championship game played to 25 points.
How to Watch
Fans can catch all the action of NBA All-Star weekend starting with the Rising Stars game, as well as other highlights such as the 3-point Contest and Dunk Contest, all available via NBC and Peacock. Coverage will continue throughout the weekend, culminating with the All-Star Game on February 15. For regular season broadcasts, Peacock NBA Monday will showcase up to three games weekly, while Coast 2 Coast Tuesday will present doubleheaders every Tuesday during the season. For further details on how to watch, be sure to check your local listings and online schedules.
