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The Mavericks continue to rely on Flagg, the NBA’s youngest player, in high-leverage moments. Flagg scored two baskets in the final 59 seconds of the fourth quarter, which got Dallas into overtime. In the extra period, Flagg missed the three shots he attempted but was able to assist Davis for the game-deciding basket.
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Sixers host Cooper Flagg, Mavericks to close back-to-back
The Sixers close another back-to-back on Saturday night, hosting No. 1 overall pick Cooper Flagg and the Dallas Mavericks.
Luka Doncic would've been able to do this had he been given the choice instead of being traded to the Los Angeles Lakers.
The Dallas Mavericks are widely considered to be one of the NBA's most underachieving teams this season with a record of 11-17 and coach Jason Kidd facing the heat. The Mavs' struggles have been offset by the emergence of rookie sensation Cooper Flagg who has flashed elite scoring skills in recent weeks to go with his elite playmaking skills.
It's too early to determine Flagg's long-term status, but his rookie numbers are comparable to those LeBron James had for his rookie season.
The Dallas Mavericks are in need of shaking things up with the trade deadline rapidly approaching. Bleacher Report writer Eric Pincus suggests the Mavericks sh
Inspired by classic athlete kudos, the “Jersey Swap” spot features Flagg, the No. 1 pick in this year’s NBA Draft out of Duke, teaming up with Jake from State Farm and a few unlikely teammates like a coach and a hot dog vendor as they swap "jerseys" to highlight all the great assists that make basketball possible.
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Rookie Power Rankings: Cooper Flagg takes No. 1 after historic game
Mavericks forward Cooper Flagg overtakes Kon Knueppel for the top spot after a historic performance on Monday in a loss to the Jazz.
Cooper Flagg says "loyalty" is important. Mavs fans will appreciate this, but there may be bittersweet feelings after the Luka Doncic trade.