See the best moments from the boys Indiana vs. Kentucky All-Star game at Gainrbidge Fieldhouse
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Indiana All-Star Kellen Pickett (11) plays defense Saturday, June 7, 2025, during the Indiana vs. Kentucky All-Star game at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis.
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Indiana All-Star and Miss Basketball Maya Makalusky (1) smiles for a photo with Indiana All-Star and Mr. Basketball Braylon Mullins on Saturday, June 7, 2025, during the Indiana vs. Kentucky All-Star game at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis.
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Kentucky All-Star Maddox Huff (6) attempts to pass the ball against Indiana All-Star Azavier Robinson (3) on Saturday, June 7, 2025, during the Indiana vs. Kentucky All-Star game at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis.
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Indiana All-Star Mark Zachary IV (2) walks off the court Saturday, June 7, 2025, during the Indiana vs. Kentucky All-Star game at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis.
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Indiana All-Star and Mr. Basketball Braylon Mullins recovers a rebound Saturday, June 7, 2025, during the Indiana vs. Kentucky All-Star game at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis.
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Indiana All-Star head coach Marc Urban yells to players on Saturday, June 7, 2025, during the Indiana vs. Kentucky All-Star game at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis.
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Indiana All-Star Tre Singleton (10) goes in for a dunk Saturday, June 7, 2025, during the Indiana vs. Kentucky All-Star game at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis.
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