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Rookie Flagg Shines, but Spurs Edge Mavs in Summer League Thriller
12 Jul
Summary
- Mavs' Cooper Flagg bounces back with 18 points after poor debut
- Flagg's alley-oop dunk showcases his versatile skill set
- Spurs hold 10-point lead at end of third quarter in close game

The Dallas Mavericks faced off against the San Antonio Spurs in a Summer League game in Las Vegas on Saturday, with the highly anticipated matchup featuring the top two picks from the 2025 NBA Draft.
Mavericks' rookie Cooper Flagg, who missed time with a groin injury, was looking to have a better game than his debut on Thursday, where he scored just 10 points on 5/21 shooting. Flagg bounced back in a big way, scoring 13 points in the second quarter to help the Mavericks stay in the game.
Flagg showcased his versatile skill set, using a strong defensive possession to create an easy alley-oop dunk in transition. Despite the Mavericks' struggles offensively in the first half, Flagg's performance was a bright spot, as he finished with 18 points on much better efficiency.
However, the Spurs were able to maintain a 10-point lead at the end of the third quarter, as both teams played stifling defense throughout the game. The close matchup between the top two draft picks provided an exciting glimpse into the future of the NBA.