WATCH: Lakers' Kuzma dazzles to win NBA Rising Stars MVP

The Lakers sophomore breaks Kobe Bryant's record of most points scored in the annual showcase for the league's top young players

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Published 8:12 PM, February 16, 2019

Updated 8:12 PM, February 16, 2019

TAKING OVER. Kyle Kuzma leads Team USA's revenge over Team World. Photo from Twitter (@NBA)

MANILA, Philippines – Kyle Kuzma electrified the Rising Stars Challenge of the NBA All-Star Weekend on the way to crowning himself Most Valuable Player in Charlotte on Friday, February 15 (Saturday, February 16, Philippine time).

The Los Angeles Lakers sophomore scattered a game-high 35 points and 6 rebounds as Team USA thwarted Team World, 161-144, in the annual showcase pitting the league's top young players.

Proving he is the real deal, the 23-year-old also broke Lakers legend Kobe Bryant's record of 31 points scored in the exhibition match. (READ: Kyle Kuzma targets NBA All-Star game next year) – Rappler.com