When is the Rising Stars Challenge? Participants, how to watch, more

The 2026 NBA Rising Stars Challenge will feature a mini tournament featuring four drafted teams. Here's what to know.

Chicago Bulls’ Matas Buzelis makes his 3rd NBA Rising Stars team — but declines dunk contest invitation

Matas Buzelis turned down an invitation to participate in the NBA dunk contest due to Chicago’s packed schedule ahead of the All-Star break.

Spurs’ Stephon Castle endorses Dylan Harper for Rising Stars Challenge MVP

A Rising Stars Challenge MVP last season, Stephon Castle is willing to "let" Dylan Harper take home the honors this All-Star Weekend.

Former Cougs Jaylen Wells and Cedric Coward named to NBA Rising Stars Challenge

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Memphis Grizzlies wings Jaylen Wells and Cedric Coward have both been named 2026 Castrol Rising Stars. The former Washington State Cougars have both been selected by NBA legend Vince Carter to play for Team Vince in the 2026 Rising Stars Challenge.

Sixers’ VJ Edgecombe selected to compete in Rising Stars Challenge

It was no surprise that VJ Edgecombe was chosen Monday to play in the Rising Stars Challenge as part of NBA All-Star Weekend. The event will showcase some of the league’s top first- and second-year players along with premier NBA G-League talent in a mini-tournament,