Young Selected to 2026 Castrol NBA Rising Stars

Miami HEAT two-way player Jahmir Young replaces Mac McClung on Team Austin roster.

Feb. 12, 2026 at 4:47pm

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The NBA announced that Miami HEAT two-way player Jahmir Young has been selected to participate in the 2026 Castrol NBA Rising Stars game as a replacement for Mac McClung on Team Austin, a roster comprised of players who have competed in the NBA G League this season.

Why it matters

Young's selection to the Rising Stars game is a significant achievement, as he becomes just the second player in Sioux Falls Skyforce history to compete in the event. His strong performance in the G League this season, including being named Player of the Month for January, has earned him this prestigious opportunity.

The details

Young has appeared in 22 games for Sioux Falls during the 2025–26 season, averaging 26.2 points, 8.9 assists, and 5.3 rebounds in 38.2 minutes per game. He is shooting 45.5 percent from the field and has recorded nine double-doubles. Young was recently named NBA G League Player of the Month for January and previously earned selection to the 2026 NBA G League Next Up Game presented by AT&T and the NBA G League State Farm 3-Point Contest.

  • The 2026 Castrol NBA Rising Stars game will take place Friday (February 14, 2026), at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood, CA.

The players

Jahmir Young

A two-way player for the Miami HEAT who has been selected to participate in the 2026 Castrol NBA Rising Stars game as a replacement for Mac McClung on Team Austin.

Kel'el Ware

A Miami HEAT center who will also represent the organization in the 2026 Castrol NBA Rising Stars game.

Alondes Williams

The only other player in Sioux Falls Skyforce history to compete in the NBA Rising Stars event prior to Jahmir Young.

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What’s next

The 2026 Castrol NBA Rising Stars game will take place on Friday, February 14, 2026, at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood, CA.

The takeaway

Jahmir Young's selection to the 2026 Castrol NBA Rising Stars game is a testament to his strong performance in the G League this season and represents a significant milestone for the Sioux Falls Skyforce organization.