Cooper Flagg’s Rise to Stardom
Cooper Flagg, the highly anticipated candidate for the number one pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, has been making waves in the basketball world with his exceptional skills. His recent performance in Duke’s 86-78 victory over Notre Dame has garnered significant attention, drawing comparisons to basketball legends like LeBron James, Kevin Durant, and Victor Wembanyama.
Cooper Flagg’s magic is being himself
Flagg’s impressive stats in the game, including 42 points, 6 rebounds, and 7 assists, have broken records and solidified his position as a top contender for the NBA Draft. His performance has been hailed as the highest score by a freshman in ACC history, surpassing Olivier Hanlan’s 12-year-old record.
ESPN analyst Jay Bilas has praised Flagg’s talent, comparing him to Maine’s famous export, lobster. “Cooper Flagg is the Maine export with the greatest impact since lobster,” Bilas said.
Jeff Teague’s Thoughts on Cooper Flagg
Former NBA player Jeff Teague has shared his thoughts on Flagg’s potential, stating that he believes Dylan Harper (Rutgers) would be the number one pick in the 2025 NBA Draft. However, Teague acknowledges that Flagg’s unique combination of athleticism and skill makes him a strong contender.
Teague stated, “I would see Dylan Harper as the number one pick… But I mean he’s not going to be number one because of Cooper Flagg because of everything that comes with him. To be honest, he’s a great white hope. A guy white and athletic like that had the potential to be a star.”