dailyloe.com – Two NBA rookies have been named as injury replacements for the 2026 Castrol Rising Stars event. Utah Jazz forward Ace Bailey and Washington Wizards guard Bub Carrington will join the exhibition games. The event is part of the NBA All-Star 2026 festivities. The games will stream on Peacock on February 13.
Ace Bailey will play for Carmelo Anthony’s Team Melo. He replaces Cooper Flagg, who withdrew with a left midfoot sprain. Bub Carrington will play for Tracy McGrady’s Team T-Mac. He takes the place of Alex Sarr.
Bailey has averaged 15.4 points and 5.1 rebounds recently. This average is over his last 15 games for the Utah Jazz. Carrington has a three-point shooting percentage of 39.3%. This ranks him among the top NBA sophomores.
The winners of two semifinal games will advance. Team Melo faces Team T-Mac. Team Vince plays Team Austin. The winners compete in the Castrol Rising Stars Championship.
The last-minute changes have sparked debates about team balance. The additions could give the teams an unexpected advantage. The games are now seen as more thrilling and unpredictable.
Fans will watch these rising stars perform. They will play under the guidance of NBA legends. Carmelo Anthony coaches Team Melo. Tracy McGrady coaches Team T-Mac.[]
Source: National Today
