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Rookie Sensation Cooper Flagg Dominates in Summer League Debut
23 Jul
Summary
- Rookie Cooper Flagg impresses in Summer League, averaging 20.5 points, 5 rebounds, 2.5 assists
- Bounces back from rough first game to score 31 points in second outing
- Eager to prove himself, wanted to play more games despite Mavericks' plan
In the recent NBA Summer League, rookie Cooper Flagg of the Dallas Mavericks has been making a strong impression. Despite being touted as a generational talent, the 19-year-old Flagg remains eager to prove himself on the court.
Over the course of two Summer League games, Flagg has averaged an impressive 20.5 points, 5.0 rebounds, 2.5 assists, 1.5 steals, and 1.0 blocks. While he struggled in his first outing, scoring 10 points on 5-for-21 shooting, Flagg bounced back in his second appearance against the San Antonio Spurs.
In that game, Flagg torched the competition, tallying 31 points, 4 rebounds, and an assist on 10-of-21 shooting. Just as the rookie was starting to find his groove, the Mavericks decided to pull the plug on his Summer League participation, much to Flagg's disappointment.
According to a Mavericks executive, Flagg approached the team and coaches, asking to play a third game. His reasoning? "I just don't want people to think the good game was a fluke." This determination to prove himself has not gone unnoticed, with one Eastern Conference executive praising the Mavericks for landing another generational talent in Flagg.
As Flagg prepares for his rookie season, he will have the opportunity to thrive alongside established stars like Anthony Davis and Kyrie Irving. Despite his young age, the former Duke standout is already being viewed as a vital piece in the Mavericks' quest for a championship.
