The NBA Rising Stars game is slated for 6:00 p.m. PT, and will feature young NBA and G-League talent across four teams coached by NBA greats Pau Gasol, Deron Williams, Joakim Noah and Jason Terry.
A total of nine Portland Trail Blazers have graced the hardwood on All-Star Friday night since its inception in 1994. Originally a Rookie Challenge, the format has changed several times over the years, first ingratiating sophomore players into the mix, and then later seeing variations including star NBA coaches, as well as international versus national players.
The most notable Blazers to have participated in the festivity are Damian Lillard and Blazers great Brandon Roy.