Spurs` Castle Shines at 2025 Rising Stars Tournament

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Stephon Castle excelled at the 2025 Rising Stars tournament, while the Spurs aim for playoff contention.

Stephon Castle showcased his talent during the 2025 Rising Stars tournament, earning the MVP title with an impressive performance of 18 points, seven rebounds, and six assists in the semifinal against Shaq`s OGs. Despite his standout efforts, the San Antonio Spurs fell short, losing the game 42-35. Castle also made waves in the Dunk Contest, finishing as the runner-up, further solidifying his status as a rising star in the league.

Currently, the San Antonio Spurs hold a record of 23 wins and 29 losses, placing them 12th in the competitive Western Conference. The top teams in the conference include the Oklahoma City Thunder, Memphis Grizzlies, and Denver Nuggets, all vying for playoff positioning.

Castle has been a key contributor for the Spurs this season, appearing in 42 games with 25 starts. He averages 11.7 points, 3.6 assists, 2.5 rebounds, and 0.76 steals in 25.3 minutes per game. Notably, he is the only rookie this season to achieve at least 450 points, 150 assists, and 100 rebounds, leading all rookies in free throws made with 96.

As the Spurs aim for a spot in the Play-In Tournament, the performances of Castle, alongside Victor Wembanyama and De`Aaron Fox, will be crucial in their push for postseason contention.

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