Boston Celtics star Kyrie Irving had high praise for Kings point guard De’Aaron Fox after serving as the honorary coach for the U.S. Team in Friday night’s Rising Stars game as part of NBA All-Star Weekend at the Spectrum Center.
Fox, who will compete in the Skills Challenge on All-Star Saturday Night, recorded 16 assists to help the U.S. beat the World Team 161-144. Fox came up short in his quest to break John Wall’s Rising Stars assist record of 22, but he made a big impression on Irving.
“He’s an awesome player, man,” Irving said. “Seeing what he’s been able to accomplish thus far in the NBA season, it’s really showing through.