David Aldridge: Team C (Dalton Knecht, Stephon Castle, Zach Edey, Kyshawn George, Jaylen Wells, Ryan Dunn, Trayce Jackson-Davis) beats the G League squad 25-14 to qualify for Sunday’s NBA All-Star Game.

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Casey Holdahl: Bryce McGowens with a game-winning three to give Team G League the come from behind 40-39 victory versus Toumani Camara and Team M. @Toumani Camara with 8 points, 2 rebounds, 1 block. @Bryce Mcgowens with 12 points, 2 steals, 1 assist/rebound.

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Tom Orsborn: Stephon Castle’s jumper clinches a 40-34 win for Team C over Team T in a Rising Stars semifinal. In a team-high 14 minutes, Castle had 6 points on 3 for 6, 4 rebounds and 4 assists.

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Tom Orsborn: Jaime Jaquez Jr. on what stands out most to him about Stephon Castle: “Just tenacity. Just the way he plays the game. He’s always aggressive, always wants to win, plays hard every possession. That’s really what sticks out to me.”

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Tim Reynolds: Jaime Jaquez Jr., on Micky Arison being a Hall finalist: “I mean, it just goes to Heat Culture, man. You’ve got so many guys who have come along. He’s been such a great owner, so big for the city of Miami. He’s truly deserving of that honor.”

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Drew Hill: Can’t make this up: They just did a “Jersey cam” in the arena to show off different teams around the league. First one they showed was a Luka Doncic Mavs jersey 😭

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Michael Scotto: Chicago Bulls executive Arturas Karnišovas on extending Lonzo Ball: “The complexity of challenges that Zo faced more than three years ago was truly unprecedented. It wasn’t just his injury but also the complicated rehabilitation plan that followed, which lacked any template for an NBA player. Along with an outstanding team of doctors, trainers and medical staff, Zo embraced adversity and exemplified resilience. His diligence to do what was necessary and his commitment to himself and this team truly speaks to his character. He elevates those around him with his high basketball IQ, relentless defense and hustle, and his unselfish playmaking. We are thrilled to have him back and for him to be a part of our future.”

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As he took that step closer to the orange jacket on his first ballot, Carmelo Anthony received a strong endorsement from the legendary executive who had to face the forward throughout his career. “He’s one of the great players, ever. Really,” Pat Riley, the Miami Heat president, said in an interview with The Post. “A tough guard. Can shoot. Good size. Athletic. And carried a franchise in Denver for a long time, went to New York. Always a tough cover so you had to game plan for him every night. And had a great career. “

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Pat Riley on Carmelo Anthony: “I think from the standpoint of what they call small forwards, he wasn’t just that. He can play small forward, sure. He can play power forward. Back then, we were more positional. He could play the two-guard. Today, he’d be playing 5. That’s just the way the game has grown. But he deserves it. I hope he makes it.”

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