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Adriano Boin - SAM English

Cooper Flagg’s journey to the NBA: Steakhouse visits and rookie traditions in Dallas

Cooper Flagg, the 18-year-old Duke sensation, is widely regarded as the top prospect for the 2025 NBA Draft. With a stellar freshman season under his belt, Flagg has quickly become one of the most talked-about players in college basketball. Throughout his year at Duke, he demonstrated incredible versatility, averaging 19.2 points, 7.5 rebounds, and 4.2 assists per game. Additionally, his efficiency on the court was remarkable, shooting 48.1% from the field, 37.5% from three, and an impressive 84% from the free-throw line. Cooper Flagg's twin brother dominates rivals as he shows that he could be better than his brotherHis all-around game earned him accolades like the ACC Player of the Year and the Naismith National Player of the Year, further solidifying his reputation as a future NBA star.Following a successful season and a Final Four appearance with Duke, Flagg declared […]

SPORTIVO June 20, 2025

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Cooper Flagg - English

Ranking the top Duke freshmen of all time: Cooper Flagg pushes Zion Williamson off the Blue Devils’ throne

Cooper Flagg hasn't played a minute of NBA basketball, but he's already making history.Projected to go No. 1 overall to the Dallas Mavericks in next week's NBA Draft, Flagg is about to become the sixth Duke player ever selected with the top pick - joining elite company like Kyrie Irving, Zion Williamson, and Paolo Banchero. But what really sets him apart? According to legendary coach Mike Krzyzewski, it's not just about the draft status. It's about legacy."Cooper is definitely the best freshman that has ever played [at Duke]," Krzyzewski said earlier this month on Sirius XM. Coming from Coach K, that's not a throwaway compliment - that's rewriting history.Flagg didn't just live up to the hype. He bulldozed it.He averaged 19.2 points, 7.5 rebounds, 4.2 assists, and 1.4 blocks, took home National Player of the Year honors from CBS Sports, […]

SPORTIVO June 19, 2025

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Andreas Vou - SAM English

Paige Bueckers prepares to ‘team up’ with Cooper Flagg and makes an announcement that will excite Dallas

The Dallas-Fort Worth sports scene has endured a tough stretch but cope could be on the horizon as Paige Bueckers and Cooper Flagg could rescue the city from its miserable run in 2024/25.With the NBA's Mavericks parting ways with star Luka Doncic, the WNBA's Wings sitting at the bottom of the standings, and the NFL's Cowboys facing continued playoff frustration, fans have had little to celebrate.However, a glimmer of hope has emerged as the 23-year-old Bueckers is quickly becoming a symbol of promise, and she's keen to be involved in what could be another game-changing moment for Dallas sports as well."Yeah, I'm planning to be there, so be fun to support them there as well," Paige said, confirming she will attend the Mavericks' watch party for the 2025 NBA Draft on June 25.Can Flagg and Bueckers transform Dallas sports?Her presence […]

SPORTIVO June 19, 2025

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Cooper Flagg - English

Cooper Flagg embraces Dallas Mavericks with American Airlines Center visit

As the 2025 NBA Draft draws near, all signs point toward Cooper Flagg becoming the newest face of the Dallas as the Mavericks focused entirely on the Duke Blue Devils forward, whilst boasting the overall first pick.As Texas strengthens its connections to the talented youngster, it seems as though he is returning the interest as he prepares to become the face of the franchise after Luka Doncic's shocking trade to the Los Angeles Lakers.His visit to Dallas this week only further confirmed the mutual affection, as the projected top pick took part in what was described as a "light on-court component" during his official visit, signaling that basketball evaluation is no longer necessary at this stage.Instead, the visit centered around relationship-building and according to Kevin Gray Jr., Flagg was "having fun" throughout his time with team officials, an encouraging sign […]

SPORTIVO June 18, 2025

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Cooper Flagg - English

Mavericks may have tipped hand with Cooper Flagg blunder ahead of NBA Draft

With the 2026 NBA Draft just days away, it appears the Dallas Mavericks may have unintentionally spoiled their own selection. A post briefly visible on the team's official website prematurely welcomed Cooper Flagg as the No. 1 overall pick, prompting a flurry of speculation about whether Dallas has already made its final decision.The now-deleted post featured a photo of Flagg in a Mavericks jersey with the caption: "With the 1st pick the Dallas Mavericks select Cooper Flagg. Welcome to Dallas." Dallas sports journalist Kevin Gray Jr. captured the blunder, which was later reported by Front Office Sports. The image was swiftly taken down, but not before fans and media alike began dissecting what many interpreted as a clear signal of intent.It wouldn't be a shocking move. Flagg has long been projected as the top pick, and Dallas has shown little […]

SPORTIVO June 14, 2025

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Atlanta Hawks - English

The fall of Shane Battier, LeBron James’ Heat squire: From intellectual to “asshole”

In 2001, Pau Gasol landed in the NBA with the Grizzlies after they agreed to a trade with the Atlanta Hawks, who had chosen the Spaniard with the No.3 pick in the draft, in exchange for Shareef Abdur-Rahim. And in his first days in Memphis there was a teammate who went out of his way to help him, to the point of going to meet him at his hotel to welcome him and act as a guide minutes after the Catalan landed in the city. It was Shane Battier, the other rookie whom the Grizzlies had chosen with the No.6 pick in that draft.They struck up a great friendship and played five seasons together in Memphis, until Battier was traded from the Grizzlies (01-06), to the Rockets (06-11), then had a brief return to Memphis (2011), and played his final […]

SPORTIVO June 10, 2025

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Atlanta Hawks - English

The fall of Shane Battier, LeBron James’ Heat squire: From intellectual to “asshole”

In 2001, Pau Gasol landed in the NBA with the Grizzlies after they agreed to a trade with the Atlanta Hawks, who had chosen the Spaniard with the No.3 pick in the draft, in exchange for Shareef Abdur-Rahim. And in his first days in Memphis there was a teammate who went out of his way to help him, to the point of going to meet him at his hotel to welcome him and act as a guide minutes after the Catalan landed in the city. It was Shane Battier, the other rookie whom the Grizzlies had chosen with the No.6 pick in that draft.They struck up a great friendship and played five seasons together in Memphis, until Battier was traded from the Grizzlies (01-06), to the Rockets (06-11), then had a brief return to Memphis (2011), and played his final […]

SPORTIVO June 10, 2025

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Cooper Flagg - English

Cooper Flagg’s staggering NIL haul stuns fans ahead of NBA Draft

Cooper Flagg's sensational freshman season with the Duke Blue Devils wasn't just a triumph on the basketball court, it was a historic financial windfall. The rising star didn't just lead his team to the Final Four, averaging 19.2 points, 7.5 rebounds, and 4.2 assists per game-he also became one of the highest-earning college athletes in history through NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness) deals.While early projections pegged Flagg's NIL value at around $5 million, those estimates proved to be wildly conservative. According to journalist Howard Bryant, Flagg raked in a jaw-dropping $28 million during his lone season at Duke. That figure includes a $13 million endorsement deal with New Balance and a $15 million agreement with Fanatics, as Bryant confirmed during a recent appearance with Bob Costas at the 92nd Street Y in New York City.Game Recap: Knicks 111, Pacers 94Fans […]

SPORTIVO June 1, 2025

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Cooper Flagg - English

Cooper Flagg’s record-breaking NIL earnings redefine college basketball economics

Cooper Flagg hasn't played a minute in the NBA yet, but the future top draft pick is already shattering records, not just in performance, but in earnings. According to veteran journalist Howard Bryant, Flagg pulled in an astonishing $28 million in NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness) deals during his sole season at Duke, marking an unprecedented financial milestone for a college athlete.During a discussion hosted at New York's 92nd Street Y, Bryant revealed the jaw-dropping numbers, surprising even long-time broadcasting legend Bob Costas. "He had a $13 million deal with New Balance and then $15 million with Fanatics," Bryant said, referencing contracts Flagg reportedly secured during his time with the Blue Devils.Game Recap: Knicks 111, Pacers 94These figures suggest a landmark moment in collegiate sports, where the landscape continues to evolve under NIL reforms. While the $28 million total likely […]

SPORTIVO May 31, 2025

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Carmelo Anthony - English

Carmelo Anthony questions Cooper Flagg’s potential: He’s not doing anything extraordinary

He has been the talk of the town all season since last summer he was selected to train with the United States Olympic team, where he impressed the NBA's great American stars concentrated there, such as Kevin Durant and LeBron James. No one doubts that Cooper Flagg, the 6-foot-9, 18-year-old power forward from Duke University, will be selected by the Dallas Mavericks, who secured the first pick, with the No. 1 overall pick on June 26.Cooper Flagg's twin brother dominates rivals as he shows that he could be better than his brother"I thought he was an exceptional player. Someone who is only going to get better with experience. At 17 years old, he came in here playing almost like a veteran. No nerves. He just went out and did his job. That's a good sign," Kevin Durant said when he […]

SPORTIVO May 28, 2025

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