The NBA world is anxiously awaiting the debut of Cooper Flagg, the No. 1 pick by the Dallas Mavericks. His first action is tonight against Bronny James and the

While Dallas Mavericks rookie Cooper Flagg has the usual pressure of being the No. 1 overall pick in the NBA Draft, the former Duke star is in a situation that sets up his rookie season to be tougher than even LeBron James and Victor Wembanyama’s first NBA campaigns.

Dallas Mavericks No. 1 pick Cooper Flagg is already facing some lofty expectations, and another major comparison recently came his way.

It didn't take long for Cooper Flagg to establish himself in the NBA Summer League. He had a lackluster first game but a dominant second, scoring 31 points on 10/20 shooting against the San Antonio Spurs and second overall pick Dylan Harper. That was enough for the Mavs, and they pulled him for the remainder of the Summer League.

The media/marketing machine decided Cooper Flagg is the next big thing in basketball. Too bad that's not how these things are determined.

The Dallas Mavericks have likely seen what they wanted from rookie forward Cooper Flagg after two Summer League games.

In 17 games this season, the 6'9" 18-year-old Flagg is averaging 18.7 points, 8.2 rebounds, and 4.1 assists per game while leading Duke to a 15-2 record. The post Cooper Flagg Is Already Exceeding ...

Paige Bueckers Says She, Cooper Flagg 'Have Expectations for Ourselves' as No. 1 Picks. Timothy Rapp Jun 26, 2025. Cooper Flagg became the top overall pick in the NBA draft on Wednesday night, ...