#1 Luka Doncic
Another player bound for a great Rising Stars game is Luka Doncic. There are several other players who could have this spot, but the potential rookie of the year makes the most sense.
Doncic averages 20.8 points, 7.1 rebounds, and 5.5 assists. He leads rookies in scoring.
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In his last two games, Doncic nearly had triple-doubles. On Monday, he had 21 points, 10 rebounds, and eight assists in a loss against the Rockets. Then, he had 18 points, 11 rebounds, and nine assists in a loss against the Miami Heat. Doncic does it all and could possibly have a triple-double in the Rising Stars Challenge.
Doncic is a 6-foot-7 forward with the skills of a guard. He also has a star quality to him. He'll enjoy playing in a game of this caliber. He'll enjoy the bright lights and excitement of this game. His style of play is perfect for this type of game. So, Doncic will shine in this game and help his teammates shine as well.
This year, there are so many players who could have great games. However Doncic, Kuzma, and Trae Young seem like the most likely. Regardless, we're in for a good game.
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