The 2025 NBA All-Star mini-tournament featuring the Castrol Rising Stars winner is about to kick off, with a new twist – the winning team will face the All-Stars in Sunday’s game. Two teams are competing for the championship: Team M and Team C.
Team M is led by Mitch Richmond and boasts talented players such as Amen and Ausar Thompson twins. The twins’ sibling rivalry is expected to bring an extra level of competitiveness to their team. They have rookie sensation Yves Missi on board, who could make a significant impact in the tournament. Additionally, Washington Wizards guard Bilal Coulibaly may assert himself on a big stage.
On the other hand, Team C features players who were once favored to win Kia Rookie of the Year, including Stephon Castle, Dalton Knecht, Jaylen Wells, and Zach Edey. These youngsters are likely to be anxious to make a statement and improve their ROY prospects.
Team M has an advantage with its group of second-year players, led by Amen Thompson, who is considered the best player in the competition. However, concerns remain about the team’s shooting capabilities and offense. Thompson may need to step up as a point guard in case of an emergency.
As the tournament progresses, fans can check out predictions from experts on which team will advance to face the All-Stars and make their picks for All-Star Saturday Night.
Source: https://www.nba.com/news/trending-topics-castrol-rising-stars-winner-2025