US Edition'All He Wants to Do Is win.' Cooper Flagg Makes NBA Debut in Summer League Action
LAS VEGAS, JUL 11 – Cooper Flagg contributed 10 points and key defensive plays as the Dallas Mavericks edged the Los Angeles Lakers 87-85 in an NBA Summer League game featuring Bronny James.
- Cooper Flagg made his NBA Summer League debut on Thursday night in Las Vegas, scoring 10 points in a Dallas Mavericks 87-85 win over the Lakers.
- Flagg struggled offensively, shooting 5-for-21 with zero made 3-pointers, while the Lakers applied heavy defensive pressure throughout the game.
- Despite struggling offensively, Flagg showcased his all-around game by grabbing multiple rebounds, providing several assists, contributing defensive steals, and delivering a crucial late-game block.
- Laker Bronny James praised Flagg as a "quick, powerful, big" player who is "going to be something special," while teammate Ryan Nembhard called him "super unselfish."
- Flagg acknowledged his down night but said he will "regroup" and adapt to the NBA's different pace and style, suggesting growth potential for the rookie forward.
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Cooper Flagg edges Bronny James in Summer League showdown despite shooting struggles
Cooper Flagg's Mavericks edged Bronny James and the Lakers 87-85 in the top-pick's NBA Summer League debut, with James missing a potential game-winning shot in the final seconds.
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Mavericks rookie Cooper Flagg draws reveiws from pro debut, despite off night in win over Lakers
Rookie Cooper Flagg may not have been happy with his professional debut Thursday night in the NBA Summer League, but he still drew rave reviews all around after the Dallas Mavericks defeated the Los Angeles Lakers, 87-85.
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This year's top draft pick Cooper Flagg made his debut in the NBA Summer League, helping his home team Dallas Mavericks defeat the Los Angeles Lakers 87:85 (19:17, 24:30, 25:15, 19:23).
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