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Victor Wembanyama will participate in the 2025 NBA Rising Stars game, showcasing young talent and competitive spirit.

Victor Wembanyama has been selected for the 2025 NBA Rising Stars game, set to take place on February 15 at the Chase Center in San Francisco. This prestigious event is part of the NBA All-Star Weekend and features a competitive field of 28 players, showcasing the league`s brightest young talents. Wembanyama, the San Antonio Spurs rookie, is making his second consecutive appearance in this exciting tournament, leading the charge alongside fellow standout Zach Edey.

The Rising Stars game will adopt a mini-tournament format, consisting of four teams and three games. A total of 21 NBA players, including 11 sophomores and 10 rookies, will be drafted into three seven-player teams by honorary coaches. Additionally, seven G League players will form the fourth team. The team draft is scheduled for February 5 and will be broadcast on the NBA app and its social media platforms.

In this year`s event, semifinal games will be played to 40 points, while the final game will be played to 25 points. The winning team will earn a coveted spot in the 2025 NBA All-Star Game. Wembanyama leads a talented sophomore class that includes notable players such as Amen Thompson, Bilal Coulibaly, and Scoot Henderson. The rookie class features emerging stars like Stephon Castle, Zach Edey, Jared McCain, and Alex Sarr.

Wembanyama`s selection for the Rising Stars game further cements his impact and potential in the NBA, as he continues to impress fans and analysts alike in his young career. For more details on the event, visit NBA Rising Stars and to learn more about Wembanyama, check out his profile at Victor Wembanyama.

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