
Why NBA GMs Are Betting Big on Mavericks Rookie Cooper Flagg’s Stardom—Is He the Next Superstar?
The Dallas Mavericks have heralded the arrival of their highly touted number one overall draft pick, Cooper Flagg, with a spirited preseason opener against the Oklahoma City Thunder. Flagg’s debut was no mere formality—dropping ten points efficiently and flashing defensive prowess, he seems poised to be more than just a rookie on the roster. Yet, here’s a thought to chew on: can Flagg truly live up to the staggering 93 percent of NBA general managers who picked him as the best rookie in five years? After all, those survey predictions have been notoriously hit-or-miss—remember last year’s Reed Sheppard hype? Still, with Flagg knocking down threes and stretching defenses in a Mavericks lineup desperate for spacing, the stage is set for a thrilling chapter. Will he unlock new dimensions for Anthony Davis and the team, or is the pressure just too hefty? The season’s first whistle against the Spurs on October 22 can’t come soon enough to find out. LEARN MORE.
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