For the first time in three editions, the Filipino-led Asia All-Stars take the loss in the B.LEAGUE's Asia Rising Star Game in Japan.
The Rising Stars secured their first-ever victory in the B.LEAGUE Asia Rising Star Game, outlasting the Asia All-Stars, 124-121, in a thrilling shootout at the 2025 B.LEAGUE All-Star Weekend in Chiba Saturday.
Allen Hachimura sank the decisive three-pointer inside the final minute, completing a remarkable comeback after the Rising Stars trailed by as many as 18 points.
The Asia All-Stars had multiple chances to tie the game, but late misses from beyond the arc by Dwight Ramos, Kiefer Ravena, and Gadiaga Mohammad Al Bashir sealed their fate.
The Rising Stars' relentless shooting from deep proved crucial, connecting on 24 triples with nine players contributing at least one.
Ryo Sadohara led all scorers with 28 points, while Kai King added 25, including seven three-pointers.
For the Asia All-Stars, Michael Ou paced the team with 18 points. The Asia All-Stars still lead the head-to-head series, 2-1.
The Filipino contingent was highlighted by Kiefer Ravena’s 16 points, with Ray Parks Jr. and Matthew Wright chipping in 12 each.
AJ Edu had 11 points, while team captain Dwight Ramos settled for five.
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