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Rising Stars Recap

Associated Press

TORONTO -- Zach LaVine had 30 points and seven rebounds and the United States team beat the World team 157-154 in the BBVA Compass Rising Stars Challenge on Friday night on the opening night of the NBA's All-Star Weekend.

In the game featuring some of the best rookies and sophomores in the league, LaVine geared up to defend his slam dunk title on Saturday night by making 13 of 20 shots to beat Minnesota Timberwolves teammate Andrew Wiggins.

LaVine was selected the game MVP.

Kristaps Porzingis scored 30 points and Emmanuel Mudiay had 30 points and 10 assists for the World team.

Wiggins scored 29 points while playing in front of his hometown fans.

Los Angeles Lakers sophomore Jordan Clarkson added 25 for the Americans.

Xfinity presents a photo gallery of the top Nuggets moments during the Rising Stars Challenge on Friday, Feb. 12 in Toronto.