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SLAM Rising Stars: Day 1 For The Day Ones

Day 1 of the SLAM Rising Stars Classic 2026 is for the Day Ones.

Tyler Tio was a confident SLAM Rising Star in 2015. More than a decade later, he’s a PBA All-Star. Confidence never wavering. Star never dimming.

The future of the league, showcasing at the NBA All-Star Weekend what young talent in 2025 looks like.

For an understanding of the future, look to the past.

The SLAM Rising Stars Classic is back.

More than the dunks, Jonnel Policarpio is all about playing the right way.

Jun Melecio is out to make a name for himself.

Kobe Demisana, 17, is a 6’8” gentle giant—the archetypal soft-spoken big that doesn’t like to draw attention to himself off the court.

John Rey Pasaol is about to introduce his own brand of game.