Who is the youngest player to score 35 points in the NBA?

Cooper Flagg, at 18 years and 343 days old, is the youngest player to achieve 35 points in an NBA game.

What was Cooper Flagg's career-high in points against the Clippers?

Cooper Flagg set a new career-high with 35 points in the Mavericks' victory over the LA Clippers.

Did the Mavericks have any injured players against the Clippers?

Yes, the Mavericks were missing several players due to injury, including P.J. Washington Jr., Anthony Davis, and Kyrie Irving.

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Rookie Flagg Sets NBA Record with 35 Points

30 Nov

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Summary

Flagg, 18, became the youngest player to score 35 points.
He achieved a new career-high of 35 points against the Clippers.
The Mavericks secured a 114-110 victory despite multiple injuries.

Eighteen-year-old rookie Cooper Flagg delivered a historic performance on Saturday night, scoring a career-high 35 points to lead the Mavericks to a 114-110 win against the LA Clippers. Flagg became the youngest player in NBA history to reach the 35-point mark, showcasing his offensive prowess with a variety of skills. His clutch free throws in the final minutes secured a crucial lead for his team.

The Mavericks were significantly shorthanded for the game, with several key players sidelined due to injuries, including P.J. Washington Jr. who was injured during warmups. This absence placed additional offensive responsibility on Flagg, who responded with his most assertive game of the season, taking a career-high 22 field goal attempts.

Flagg's record-breaking night was a highlight of his impressive weekend, following a performance where he became the second-youngest player with at least 10 assists. The Clippers, led by Kawhi Leonard's 30 points, fought hard, but Flagg's offensive explosion and the Mavericks' resilience secured the victory.

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