The NBA has decided to innovate by changing the format of the Rising Stars Challenge this season. It is no longer two but four teams that will compete in a mini tournament organized on Friday evening. With prestigious personalities brought together to coach the various rookies, sophomores and young G-League players invited for the occasion. Holder of the first choice, Isiah Thomas bet on Anthony Edwards.
The Minnesota Timberwolves guard had already been selected in the first position in the 2020 draft. And even if he was not elected ROY, he continues to have the rating. Evan Mobley was then chosen second by Rick Barry. He will also play with Cade Cunningham – first pick in 2021 – at his side since Gary Payton bet on LaMelo Ball and James Worthy on Cole Anthony.
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Full list of teams
Team Thomas
| PICK | PLAYER | TEAM |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Anthony Edwards | Timberwolves |
| 8 | Saddiq Bey | Pistons |
| 9 | Desmond Bane | Grizzles |
| 16 | Isaiah Stewart | Pistons |
| 17 | Tyrese Haliburton | Kings |
| 24 | Precious Achiuwa | Raptors |
| 25 | Jaden Hardy | Ignite |
Team Barry
| PICK | PLAYER | TEAM |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | Evan Mobley | Cavaliers |
| 7 | Cade Cunningham | Pistons |
| 10 | Franz Wagner | Magic |
| 15 | Jae’Sean Tate | Rockets |
| 18 | Isaac Okoro | Cavaliers |
| 23 | Alperen Sengun | Rockets |
| 26 | Dyson Daniels | Ignite |
Team Payton
| PICK | PLAYER | TEAM |
|---|---|---|
| 3 | LaMelo Ball | Hornets |
| 6 | Scottie Barnes | Raptors |
| 11 | Jaden McDaniels | Timberwolves |
| 14 | Come on Dosunmu | Bulls |
| 19 | Chris Duarte | Pacers |
| 22 | Davion Mitchell | Kings |
| 27 | Scoot Henderson | Ignite |
Team Worthy
| PICK | PLAYER | TEAM |
|---|---|---|
| 4 | Cole Anthony | Magic |
| 5 | Josh Giddey | Thunder |
| 12 | Jalen Green | Rockets |
| 13 | Herbert Jones | Pelicans |
| 20 | Jalen Suggs | Magic |
| 21 | Tyrese Maxey | 76ers |
| 28 | MarJon Beauchamp | Ignite |
