sports
December 16, 2025
Cooper Flagg makes NBA history as Mavericks fall to Jazz
Paul Pierce shares his thoughts on what to expect from Cooper Flagg in his rookie season with the Dallas Mavericks.
TL;DR
- Cooper Flagg scored 42 points, setting a new NBA record for an 18-year-old rookie, surpassing LeBron James' previous mark.
- Flagg also became the fifth rookie in 15 years to record at least 40 points, five rebounds, and six assists in a game.
- Despite his individual success, Flagg emphasized his disappointment with the Dallas Mavericks' overtime loss to the Utah Jazz.
- He stated his priority is on team wins and personal improvement rather than individual records.
- The Dallas Mavericks currently hold a 10-17 record, placing them 12th in the Western Conference.
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