The inaugural NBA Rising Stars Invitational kicked off with a burst of energy at the Kallang Tennis Centre in Singapore! Basketball fans from across the Asia-Pacific were treated to exciting matchups featuring teams from 11 countries and regions, including the dynamic boys and girls squads from Tsinghua University High School. 🏀
The opening ceremony set the stage with Miami Heat mascot "Burnie" amping up the crowd, and Los Angeles Lakers cheerleaders delivering a dazzling performance. Adding extra star power, NBA legend Yao Ming, two-time WNBA champion Lauren Jackson, current Phoenix Suns players Ryan Dunn and Oso Ighodaro, along with Keisei Tominaga from Japan's B.League, made special appearances.
This vibrant tournament celebrates the unifying spirit of sports and resonates with the fast-paced lives of young enthusiasts and early professionals across South and Southeast Asia. It’s an inspiring showcase of talent, teamwork, and the global love for the game! 🔥
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Tsinghua High School teams compete at NBA Rising Stars Invitational
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