After an up and down first two games, Dallas Mavericks rookie sensation Cooper Flagg enjoyed his best overall performance yet on Sunday. Flagg’s best outing led to the rookie experiencing his first taste of an NBA win.
Helping the Mavericks beat the Toronto Raptors, 139-129, Flagg scored 22 points in 29 minutes, his single-game high to this point. Connecting on 8-of-14 shots, Flagg was also the most efficient he’s been at 57.1% from the field.
To top it all off, Flagg, starting his NBA career at just 18, added four rebounds, four assists and a block as well.
Knowing the pressure and hype the 2025 No. 1 overall pick is dealing with, one of Flagg’s veteran teammates couldn’t help but shower the rookie with a big compliment after the game.