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DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks defeated the Toronto Raptors by a final score of 139-129 on Sunday night. The victory represented Dallas’ first win of the 2025-26 NBA season. After two and a half games of offensive woes (especially from a turnover standpoint), the Mavs found their rhythm in the third quarter against the Raptors. […]

Cooper Flagg’s throwdown at the end of the third quarter didn’t just rattle the rim; it set off a roar that echoed through the arena and pushed the rookie to a new career high. Joey Mistretta posted the slam on X, writing that the dunk and the free throw that followed gave Cooper Flagg a […]

DALLAS — Cooper Flagg features the potential of a superstar. The Dallas Mavericks’ 2025 No. 1 overall pick may only be two games into his NBA career, but he’s already displayed serious signs of potential. However, Flagg is still adjusting to the NBA whistle, something head coach Jason Kidd addressed before Sunday’s game against the […]

From one No. 1 NBA Draft pick to another, Allen Iverson has some advice for Dallas Mavericks’ rookie Cooper Flagg, as well as others getting their start in the league. In a conversation with TMZ, Iverson told Flagg to take things “one day at a time.” Iverson added that Flagg should leave everything he’s got […]

Fans continue to show their disdain towards Nico Harrison, especially after the Dallas Mavericks lost to the Washington Wizards in a 117-107 upset on Friday night. Harrison surrounded himself in controversy after trading franchise cornerstone Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers for Anthony Davis, Max Christie and one first-round pick in February. The move […]

DALLAS — The Washington Wizards defeated the Dallas Mavericks 117-107 on Friday night. Mavs fans made their frustration known toward the end of the game, chanting a familiar two-word expression from last season: “Fire Nico”. Of course, the chant is referencing Mavericks general manager Nico Harrison, who shocked the NBA world by trading Luka Doncic […]

Cooper Flagg dunked through traffic and made sure he gave the crowd something to cheer. He hung on the rim, let the moment breathe, and soaked in an electric crowd. The Dallas Mavericks rookie rose above the fray Friday at American Airlines Center, slammed home a two-handed finish, and reminded everyone why he was the […]

Dallas Mavericks rookie Cooper Flagg drained his first NBA 3-pointer Friday night and followed it with the kind of all-around hustle that has this building buzzing, even though the Washington Wizards held a 76-65 lead midway through the third quarter.  Cooper Flagg pulls up and DRAINS his first NBA 3-pointer 🎯 pic.twitter.com/dkAPLxbmHE — ClutchPoints (@ClutchPoints) […]

DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks are set to host the Washington Wizards on Friday night. Although Cooper Flagg has only played in one NBA regular season contest heading into Friday’s matchup, the 18-year-old has already impressed Mavs head coach Jason Kidd. In fact, Kidd even called Flagg a “unicorn” while speaking to reporters ahead of […]

DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks’ season opener did not go according to plan. Dallas lost to the San Antonio Spurs 125-92 in what was a forgettable performance on both sides of the ball for the Mavs. Ahead of Friday’s game against the Washington Wizards, Kidd was asked how the team can improve after watching film […]

As the Dallas Mavericks navigate the early stages of the 2025-26 NBA season, head coach Jason Kidd’s decision to deploy rookie Cooper Flagg as a point guard continues to stir widespread debate across the basketball community. The experiment, which Kidd first hinted at during the offseason, has now drawn pointed criticism from prominent analysts, including […]

Victor Wembanyama spent Wednesday night reminding the NBA why he is the most unique talent in the league. The San Antonio Spurs’ 7-foot-5 star returned to the court for the first regular-season game in more than eight months and immediately made his presence felt. Wembanyama finished with 40 points, 15 rebounds, and three blocks in […]

While fans had mixed reactions to the debut of Dallas Mavericks rookie Cooper Flagg as the team lost its regular-season opener to the San Antonio Spurs, 125-92, some have issues with how he’s been utilized. After the Mavericks’ rookie had a scoreless first half and became more aggressive later on, Charles Barkley explained his gripes […]

Dallas Mavericks rookie Cooper Flagg’s NBA debut did not unfold the way many expected, but the 18-year-old forward still managed to make a lasting impression. However, it wasn’t just on the court, but with a young fan after the game. Following a difficult night in which the Mavericks fell 125-92 to the San Antonio Spurs, […]

Dallas Mavericks rookie sensation Cooper Flagg didn’t need anyone to tell him his first half was rough; he knew it the moment he walked into the locker room. After going scoreless through the first two quarters of his NBA debut, the 18-year-old admitted that he made a conscious decision to come out with a new […]

All eyes were on top overall pick Cooper Flagg as he made his much-awaited debut for the Dallas Mavericks on Wednesday against the San Antonio Spurs at American Airlines Center. Many were curious to see how Flagg would fare in his first-ever regular season game, especially against the Victor Wembanyama-led Spurs. Flagg finished with a […]

DALLAS — All eyes were on Cooper Flagg on Wednesday night as the Dallas Mavericks’ 2025 No. 1 overall pick made his NBA debut. Expectations were high for Flagg, but he endured an up and down game. He ultimately scored 10 points on 4-13 shooting from the field to go along with 10 rebounds and […]

It took some time, but Dallas Mavericks rookie Cooper Flagg finally got his first bucket in the NBA. After laying an egg in the first half against the San Antonio Spurs, going 0-for-2 from the field with six rebounds and a steal, the former Duke Blue Devils star scored his first-ever basket in a regular-season […]

The Dallas Mavericks are set to kick off their 2025-26 regular season on Wednesday night when they host the San Antonio Spurs. It’ll be a big night for Cooper Flagg, who is set to make his highly anticipated NBA debut in a special edition pair of New Balance kicks. Flagg, the number one overall pick […]

DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks are set to play the San Antonio Spurs in their season opener on Wednesday night at the American Airlines Center. While plenty of attention is on Cooper Flagg’s NBA debut, Dallas’ depth cannot be ignored. Ahead of the game, Mavs head coach Jason Kidd said the depth will be pivotal […]

On Wednesday evening, the Dallas Mavericks will take the floor at home against the San Antonio Spurs for their first game of the 2025-26 NBA season. While head coach Jason Kidd has not yet revealed his starting lineup for the game, many assume that offseason signee D’Angelo Russell will come off the bench, especially after […]

Almost everything that happened to the Dallas Mavericks during the 2024-25 NBA season was forgettable. From multiple players suffering season-ending injuries to the unexpected Luka Doncic trade to the Mavs losing in the play-in tournament, a dark cloud lingered over this organization all year. While Mavs fans and many within the organization are putting the […]

Wednesday night will mark the first time since 2017 that the Dallas Mavericks will be starting the season without Luka Doncic on the roster after the controversial trade that sent him to the Los Angeles Lakers. Thankfully for the Mavericks, they received a mulligan in the form of Cooper Flagg, with the first overall pick […]

The 2025-26 NBA season is finally here. The Oklahoma City Thunder host the Houston Rockets in just over an hour to tip off the season. The Los Angeles Lakers host the Golden State Warriors tonight, but most games will take place on Wednesday. The Dallas Mavericks will begin against Victor Wembayama and the San Antonio […]

DALLAS — Cooper Flagg and the Dallas Mavericks will host Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs on Wednesday night to begin the 2025-26 season. The battle of the No. 1 picks will draw no shortage of attention as Flagg prepares to make his NBA debut. Wembanyama, meanwhile, is set to begin his third year […]

The Dallas Mavericks are excited for the NBA debut of their star rookie, Cooper Flagg. Flagg shares that sentiment. The rookie forward opened up on Tuesday about what he is thinking, ahead of his very first game in the NBA. “I’m just really excited….this is another one of those moments, playing in my very first […]

DALLAS — Cooper Flagg is set to make his NBA debut on Wednesday night as the Dallas Mavericks will host the San Antonio Spurs. Flagg, 18, is ready for the moment. It’s a long season, of course, but the 2025 No. 1 overall pick believes in Dallas’ potential as a team. So, what excites Flagg […]

Will Cooper Flagg start at point guard? The subject has been one of the primary talking points of the preseason. The Dallas Mavericks’ 2025 No. 1 overall draft pick offers versatility which head coach Jason Kidd is going to utilize. While speaking to reporters on Monday, Kidd did not reveal the Mavs’ official opening night […]

As the Dallas Mavericks finalize preparations for their 2025-26 NBA season opener, head coach Jason Kidd reaffirmed his confidence in rookie forward Cooper Flagg’s ability to handle point guard duties. The Mavericks will open their season Wednesday against the San Antonio Spurs at the American Airlines Center, with tipoff set for 9:30 p.m. ET on […]

Ahead of Dallas Mavericks rookie Cooper Flagg’s debut, Dereck Lively II gave us a glimpse into what the NBA’s top prospect is like off the court. Flagg’s a vital piece of bold Mavericks predictions some have for Dallas, heading into the regular season. Lively II talked about how comfortable Flagg already is around the veterans […]

A lot of change happened across the NBA last season, as a new era began with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Oklahoma City Thunder cementing themselves as the team to beat in the league. The Thunder captured their first NBA championship, Gilgeous-Alexander claimed the MVP award, and this young team in Oklahoma City isn’t going anywhere […]

Cooper Flagg has received no shortage of attention for plenty of reasons. He performed at a high level with Duke basketball en route to getting selected first overall by the Dallas Mavericks in the 2025 NBA Draft. The 18-year-old offers a unique blend of defensive prowess and offensive upside that would excite any team in […]

The Dallas Mavericks’ newest sensation, Cooper Flagg, continues to validate every ounce of hype that followed him from Duke to the NBA. In the annual Top 100 NBA Players list by ClutchPoints, Flagg debuts at No. 67, an extraordinary feat for an 18-year-old rookie who hasn’t yet played a single regular-season game. Flagg’s inclusion among […]

Dallas Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd started Cooper Flagg at point guard in the team’s last two preseason games. The move gave Dallas an extremely big starting lineup — as Flagg started alongside Klay Thompson, PJ Washington, Anthony Davis and Dereck Lively II in Wednesday’s 121-94 win over the Los Angeles Lakers. However, D’Angelo Russell […]

The Dallas Mavericks defeated the Los Angeles Lakers 121-94 on Wednesday in a preseason game in Las Vegas. Mavs rookie Cooper Flagg scored 13 points and added three assists and two rebounds. Flagg has been receiving comparisons to former NBA star Grant Hill — something Lakers head coach JJ Redick addressed following Wednesday’s contest. “No […]

The Dallas Mavericks were looking for back-to-back wins in the preseason as they went up against the Los Angeles Lakers on Wednesday at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. Obviously, there’s recent history between the two teams. But for the Mavericks, they also have a bright future in the form of Cooper Flagg. The 18-year-old rookie […]

With the NBA season approaching, Dallas Mavericks rookie Cooper Flagg has all eyes on him. At the same time, Flagg is being compared to past NBA greats. Among those are Kevin Garnett and Tim Duncan. On Wednesday, another comparison was invoked featuring them of a former Duke Blue Devil, Grant Hill, per Tim MacMahon of […]

Golden State Warriors coach Steve Kerr has coached against legends and guided Team USA through championship runs. Yet when he recalls facing Cooper Flagg during a scrimmage in Las Vegas last summer, his words reflect awe rather than routine analysis. “I just remember the force you felt,” Kerr told ESPN. “You immediately felt him. It […]

Cooper Flagg’s first official game in the NBA will be against the San Antonio Spurs on October 23 at the American Airlines Center in Dallas. While he has played regular minutes in the Mavericks’ preseason campaign thus far, it will be fair to say that Anthony Davis had an idea of his vast skill set […]