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Mavs Rookie Flagg Battles Injury Scare, Aims to Bounce Back
15 Nov
Summary
- Mavs rookie Flagg briefly exited game with injury scare
- Flagg confirmed to have right thumb sprain, listed as available
- Mavs off to rough 3-9 start, Flagg averaging 15.1 points per game
On November 15, 2025, the Dallas Mavericks faced off against the Phoenix Suns, and their rookie sensation Cooper Flagg briefly left the game due to an injury scare. Fortunately, Flagg's early exit was short-lived, and he was soon back on the court for the Mavericks.
While Flagg's return did not result in a victory over the Suns, it was one of the few positive developments for the struggling Mavericks this season. The team has had a rough start, sitting at 3-9 and 14th in the Western Conference standings.
After the game, Flagg addressed the media, stating that he was "a little banged up" due to the demanding NBA schedule, but assured that he would be alright. The Mavericks have since confirmed that Flagg is dealing with a right thumb sprain, but he is listed as available for the upcoming game against the Los Angeles Clippers.
Despite the early setback, Flagg has been a bright spot for the Mavericks, averaging 15.1 points, 6.8 rebounds, 3.3 assists, and 1.4 steals per game in his rookie campaign. The team will be counting on the young guard to help turn their season around as they look to bounce back from their disappointing start.
