2023 Jordan Rising Stars Pool AnnouncedThe NBA announced today the names of 21 rookie and sophomore players and 7 GLeague players who will participate in the 2023 Jordan Rising Stars game to be played on February 17 as part of All-Star Weekend festivities in Salt Lake City, Utah.
Three seven-player teams will be formed from the rookies and sophomores pool through a draft to be held prior to All-Star Weekend. The GLeague players will comprise the fourth team. Former NBA stars Pau Gasol, Deron Williams, and Joakim Noah have been selected as coaches for the NBA players while Jason Terry will coach the GLeague players.
The tournament format involves a knockout semifinals (race to 40 points), with the winners advancing to the finals (race to 25 points).