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Even Nikola Jokic can’t help but be impressed by “really mature” Cooper Flagg

What began as a typical late-December Western Conference showdown quickly turned into a defining moment of the young NBA season, and a coming-of-age performance for Cooper Flagg.The Mavericks' 19-year-old phenom paced Dallas to a narrow 131-130 victory over the Denver Nuggets, flirting with a triple-double as he poured in 33 points, secured nine rebounds, and delivered nine assists on Tuesday night.The result ended Denver's 11-game road winning streak and lit up a Mavericks roster still searching for a consistent identity and direction.Flagg's stat line was eye-popping. He shot 14-for-21 from the field, including four 3-pointers on six attempts, and played nearly 40 minutes of high-impact basketball at the American Airlines Center."He was definitely a hot hand out there," Nuggets star Nikola Jokic told ESPN, acknowledging Flagg's composure against one of the league's most experienced competitors."But just, I'm going to say […]

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The Mavericks painful reminder of how they threw a championship team way in less than three years

The Dallas Mavericks received a painful reminder this week of just how dramatically their trajectory has shifted over the past three years, as both of the franchise's former cornerstones were honored as NBA Players of the Week while thriving elsewhere. Anthony Davis and Kyrie Irving throw verbal jabs at each other during Mavs photoshootLos Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic and New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson earned the Week 6 awards for the 2025-26 season, underscoring not only their individual brilliance but also the steep cost of Dallas' recent roster decisions.Luka dominated the Western Conference with averages of 37.3 points, 8.7 rebounds, and 10.3 assists, continuing to justify the Lakers' blockbuster decision to acquire him in February 2025 in a trade that sent Anthony Davis to Dallas. Brunson claimed the Eastern Conference honor after posting 28.8 points per game with […]

AJ Dybantsa’s debut with BYU is so impressive that Cooper Flagg is relegated to the sidelines

AJ Dybantsa wasted no time proving why he's one of the most hyped young players in college basketball. In his long-awaited debut for the BYU Cougars, the freshman forward erupted for a dominant performance that had fans talking across the country.Cooper Flagg's preseason debut gives the Mavericks fans reasons to smileAlthough BYU narrowly lost to Nebraska, 90-89, in Saturday's exhibition matchup, Dybantsa's individual brilliance was impossible to miss. He led all scorers with 30 points, while adding seven rebounds, three assists, and three steals, giving the Cougars a glimpse of the kind of all-around weapon they now have in their lineup.Social media quickly lit up after the final buzzer, with fans calling Dybantsa's showing "unreal" and "next level." One user summed up the excitement and the inevitable comparison by posting, "I see why Cooper Flagg reclassed now," from @Rongs215 on […]

Anthony Davis makes it clear to Cooper Flagg and Kyrie Irving that he is number one on the Mavericks

Anthony Davis finds himself at the center of an unlikely contender with the Dallas Mavericks as he has an exciting group of teammates and two who share the No. 1 overall pick tag with him - but he flashes a warning to Cooper Flagg about their roles.But the 32-year-old Dallas Mavericks star is jokingly reminding them that they may be No. 1 overall picks as well, but he has something they will never attain as while shooting a promo for his teammates, he joked about his college record compared to his peers'.Cooper Flagg's preseason debut gives the Mavericks fans reasons to smileThe NBA veteran was asked to explain a photoshoot he did with Kyrie Irving and Cooper Flagg as in the shoot, the three former No. 1 overall picks are raising their forefingers to indicate how all three of them […]

Cooper Flagg miraculously escapes from a serious injury that could have terminated his season with the Mavericks

Dallas Mavericks rookie Cooper Flagg dodged what would have likely been a season-ending injury in a preseason game against the Utah Jazz, leaving his fans and teammates breathing sighs of relief after he came out unscathed of the situation.During the third quarter, Flagg drove to the team's transition and attempted a dunk. When he landed, his left leg folded awkwardly beneath him, and he collapsed down the floor, grabbing his knee. The arena was quiet as cameras captured the frightening moment. Cooper Flagg's preseason debut gives the Mavericks fans reasons to smileQuick recovery, preventive measuresFollowing the tense landing, Flagg received the assistance of teammates and spent a few minutes on the floor prior to being safely removed from the game in the fourth quarter as a precaution. Initial examinations confirmed that he avoided serious injuries, and he was able to […]

Mavericks rookie Cooper Flagg roasted for not recognizing NBA greats

Cooper Flagg arrived in Dallas under a glare of expectation, the No. 1 overall pick, fresh off a dominant freshman season at Duke, expected to carry huge promise. But at one Mavericks media day event, he found himself wrestling with perhaps the least flattering of rookie tests: identifying retired stars from the year he was born.In a "name-that-player" segment, Flagg was shown trading cards of NBA players drafted in 2006, the same year he entered the world. He struggled. Asked to identify Hedo Turkoglu, he admitted: "Not good to start. Don't know him." From there, gaps showed, he couldn't name Zydrunas Ilgauskas, skipped Eric Snow entirely, and faltered on Rasual Butler, Antoine Wright, and Rashad McCants.He did manage to name Juwan Howard (now an assistant coach) and Michael Finley (whose post-playing role with Dallas likely made that an easier guess). […]

Cooper Flagg makes it clear who his GOAT is after sharing details about his encounter with Michael Jordan

Cooper Flagg has officially begun his NBA journey with the Dallas Mavericks, but even before his first professional tip-off, the top overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft is soaking in experiences that many players could only dream of.During Monday's Mavericks Media Day, Flagg spoke with the press not just about basketball but about a major off-court moment from the weekend, his visit to the Ryder Cup and, more notably, his unforgettable encounter with Michael Jordan.Michael Jordan's Ryder Cup range reflected his fierce competitive spirit"I mean, the Ryder Cup was incredible," Flagg said. "I've never seen a golf environment like that. It was so competitive, people were chanting. So, it was cool..."But as thrilling as the golf atmosphere was, the moment that truly stood out came when he met the six-time NBA champion, widely regarded as one of the greatest […]

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Kendrick Perkins warns: Anthony Davis and Cooper Flagg put the Dallas Mavericks on the NBA 2025-26 radar

The Dallas Mavericks enter the 2025-26 NBA season with many doubts and, at the same time, high expectations. The Texas franchise faces a transitional year following the controversial trade of Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers, a move criticized as one of the riskiest in recent sports history.Amid all that noise, many forget that the Mavericks have Anthony Davis, one of the league's most dominant players when fully healthy. Kendrick Perkins, former player and now ESPN analyst, made sure to remind everyone during his appearance on the Road Trippin' Pod: "People are sleeping on Anthony Marshon Davis Jr. He's going to be on a mission. Folks better watch out for AD," he said emphatically.Steph Curry baffled by wild welcome in ChinaThe important arrival of Cooper Flagg Adding to the Mavericks' narrative is the number one draft pick, Cooper Flagg, […]

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Cooper Flagg could be an NBA champion with Dallas, but experts doubt his Rookie of the Year chances

Cooper Flagg is set to hit the ground running in the NBA. The former Duke Blue Devils standout was not only the No. 1 overall pick in the 2025 draft, but he also landed on a Dallas Mavericks squad with championship aspirations. Still, some experts are beginning to doubt his chances of winning Rookie of the Year.Much has been said about how fortunate Dallas was to secure the first pick in this year's draft. But Flagg may be even luckier-joining a veteran roster that should ease his transition from college to the pros.Surrounded by stars like Anthony Davis, Klay Thompson, and Naji Marshall, Flagg should have no trouble adapting to NBA life. On paper, that plus his undeniable talent should pave the way to Rookie of the Year honors. Yet several analysts are pushing back on that assumption.Flagg has a […]

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Cooper Flagg could be an NBA champion with Dallas, but experts doubt his Rookie of the Year chances

Cooper Flagg is set to hit the ground running in the NBA. The former Duke Blue Devils standout was not only the No. 1 overall pick in the 2025 draft, but he also landed on a Dallas Mavericks squad with championship aspirations. Still, some experts are beginning to doubt his chances of winning Rookie of the Year.Much has been said about how fortunate Dallas was to secure the first pick in this year's draft. But Flagg may be even luckier-joining a veteran roster that should ease his transition from college to the pros.Surrounded by stars like Anthony Davis, Klay Thompson, and Naji Marshall, Flagg should have no trouble adapting to NBA life. On paper, that plus his undeniable talent should pave the way to Rookie of the Year honors. Yet several analysts are pushing back on that assumption.Flagg has a […]

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