Cooper Flagg
Cooper Flagg sets NBA record in Mavericks' win over Clippers
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Dallas Mavericks rookie Cooper Flagg became the youngest player in NBA history to score 35 points, surpassing LeBron James' mark in a 114-110 victory over the Los Angeles Clippers. The 18-year-old forward added eight rebounds and showcased aggressive play, including a dunk over Ivica Zubac. This performance follows his record 11 assists in a loss to the Lakers the previous night.
The Dallas Mavericks are advancing their search for a new head coach following the departure of Jason Kidd in May. The team holds the No. 1 overall pick from 2025 in Cooper Flagg and two additional first-round selections in the upcoming draft.
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The NBA named Dallas Mavericks forward Cooper Flagg as the 2025-26 Rookie of the Year on Monday. Flagg edged former Duke teammate Kon Knueppel of the Charlotte Hornets by 12 first-place votes among 100 voters. Flagg received 56 first-place votes to Knueppel's 44 in one of the closest races in recent history.
The Dallas Mavericks are exploring a potential in-season trade for Anthony Davis following the firing of general manager Nico Harrison after a 3-9 start to the 2025-26 season. The team plans to work with Davis' camp over the next two-plus months to decide on a move as they shift focus to building around rookie Cooper Flagg. Former All-Star John Wall suggested Davis may want to return to his hometown of Chicago.