He’s not just the No. 1 pick — he’s already becoming a media favorite.
Former Duke basketball star Cooper Flagg is just hours away from making his NBA Summer League debut with the Dallas Mavericks, and the hype couldn’t be bigger. But before lacing up for his first pro game, Flagg delivered a viral moment off the court — by tackling a rapid-fire Q&A challenge with the Mavs’ media team.
> ⏱️ “Get to know Coop in 32 seconds before his Summer League debut”
— @DallasMavs
With 32 seconds on the clock (a nod to his jersey number), Flagg answered a flurry of questions, giving fans a peek into the personality behind the polished game. Calm, funny, and totally at ease — the 18-year-old looks every bit the future face of the franchise.
Must-See Matchup in Vegas
Flagg and the Mavericks face off against the Los Angeles Lakers Thursday night at 8 p.m. ET inside Las Vegas’ Thomas & Mack Center, with ESPN broadcasting the action live in primetime.
And it won’t just be Flagg turning heads — Duke alum DJ Steward and UNC’s RJ Davis (who went 0-3 against Flagg last season) are both on the Lakers’ Summer League squad, adding some extra ACC spice to the showdown.
From Duke Phenom to NBA Headliner
Cooper Flagg dominated headlines all year long at Duke — and now, he’s bringing that same spotlight to the pros. Whether it’s a media challenge or a game-winning block, he keeps rising to the moment.
