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NBA names Magic guards Mario Hezonja, Elfrid Payton to Rising Stars Challenge roster

The Orlando Magic will once again have two representatives in the Rising Stars Challenge, but on this occasion, they'll be adversaries.

The NBA announced Wednesday that Mario Hezonja and Elfrid Payton will take part in the annual Rising Stars game, which features the league's top first- and second-year players. Hezonja will suit up for Team World, while Payton will represent Team USA.

In limited minutes, Hezonja is averaging 4.6 point, 1.7 rebounds, and one assist per game. Orlando made him the fifth overall pick in the 2015 NBA Draft.