Next

Stars

Next

Stars

Next

Stars

Next

Stars

NBL Next Star Rocco Zikarsky will compete in the G League Next Up Game during the NBA All-Star weekend.

4 Feb
NBL.com.au

Former NBL Next Star Rocco Zikarsky has been rewarded for his exceptional form with the Iowa Wolves, selected in the NBA G League Next Up Game.

The fixture, which will be played at NBA Crossover inside the Los Angeles Convention Centre, will take place during NBA All-Star 2026 on Sunday, February 15.

Former Brisbane Bullets Zikarsky, who was the 45th pick by Minnesota in the 2025 NBA Draft, has appeared in 16 regular season games for the Iowa Wolves (13 starts), averaging 14.9 points on 53 per cent shooting, 9.4 rebounds and 2.1 blocks in 31.2 minutes per game.

Zikarsky’s 9.4 rebounds per game rank ninth in the G League and his 2.1 blocks per game rank fifth.

Joining Zikarsky, who has seven double-doubles this season, on Team Blue are Jaden Akins (Motor City Cruise), Sean East II (Salt Lake City Stars), Killian Hayes (Cleveland Charge), Alijah Martin (Raptors 905), Norchad Omier (Cleveland Charge) and Dink Pate (Westchester Knicks), with Salt Lake’s Rick Higgins the head coach.

This squad will feature in a four-team, tournament-style format showcasing some of the NBA G League’s most exciting players.

__wf_reserved_inherit

Latest News

Next Star selected for NBA All-Star event
Next Star selected for NBA All-Star event

NBL Next Star Rocco Zikarsky will compete in the G League Next Up Game during the NBA All-Star weekend.

Feb 4, 2026

"Dream come true" for NBL Next Star
"Dream come true" for NBL Next Star

Australian hoops sensation Luke Paul says it's a "dream come true" to sign with the NBL Next Stars program.

Jan 27, 2026

Top Aussie prospect signs Next Stars deal
Top Aussie prospect signs Next Stars deal

The NBL Next Stars program is extremely excited to have signed rising talent Luke Paul to a multi-year deal.

Jan 17, 2026

Daniels in no rush to Dash to NBA
Daniels in no rush to Dash to NBA

Melbourne United NBL Next Star and NBA Draft hopeful Dash Daniels says he is going to 'do what's best for him' at the end of the season.

Jan 13, 2026

NBA and Euro scouts to descend on HoopsFest
NBA and Euro scouts to descend on HoopsFest

"It’s very exciting to have such a large contingent of NBA executives and scouts heading to Perth next week for HoopsFest."

Jan 12, 2026

Aussies Abroad: Toohey’s NBA story far from over, says Gaze
Aussies Abroad: Toohey’s NBA story far from over, says Gaze

Andrew Gaze believes Alex Toohey still has the talent and time to forge a meaningful NBA career, despite his early setback.

Jan 1, 2026

Next Star solidifying draft stock
Next Star solidifying draft stock

New Zealand Breakers' NBL Next Star Karim Lopez has been ranked at spot 11 in the latest ESPN NBA mock draft.

Dec 18, 2025

The four-year pursuit that landed Dash Daniels
The four-year pursuit that landed Dash Daniels

Melbourne United’s early investment in Dash Daniels and its proven NBA pathway helped shape his rise to the NBL and a strong rookie season.

Dec 17, 2025

Warriors waive injured Toohey
Warriors waive injured Toohey

The Golden State Warriors have waived forward Alex Toohey due to a reported knee injury.

Dec 8, 2025

For early access and updates, stay up to date with the hottest young basketball talent in the world. Sign up below and never miss a play or the next big moment.

By signing up you agree to the NBL Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy.

The National Basketball League acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands on which we work, live & play. We pay our respects to their Elders past, present & emerging as well as all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island Community.