Stephon Castle wins MVP at NBA Rising Stars Challenge and advances to All-Star tournament
Stephon Castle, a rookie with the San Antonio Spurs, won MVP at the NBA Rising Stars Challenge on Friday. He scored 18 points, leading his team to victory and advancing them to the All-Star Game tournament on Sunday. Castle's performance included a game-winning shot and strong contributions in both games. He will compete in the dunk contest on Saturday, where he teased a unique dunk that he believes will impress viewers. At just 20 years old, Castle is a top candidate for NBA Rookie of the Year, averaging 12.9 points this season. He previously played for UConn, helping them win the national championship.