Summary
Klay Thompson has high hopes for NBA rookie Cooper Flagg, expecting him to help the Dallas Mavericks succeed right away. Flagg, who joins the team as the top pick, is set to begin his first professional season with a game against the San Antonio Spurs.
Key Facts
- Cooper Flagg was the No. 1 overall pick by the Dallas Mavericks this summer.
- He is a former Duke basketball player.
- The Mavericks traded Luka Doncic last season, setting the stage for new team dynamics.
- The team includes veteran players like Anthony Davis, Kyrie Irving, and Klay Thompson.
- Klay Thompson expects Flagg to perform well and possibly win a championship in his first season.
- Flagg performed well in a preseason game against the Los Angeles Lakers, scoring 13 points with three assists and two rebounds.
- The Mavericks' season opener against the San Antonio Spurs will be broadcast on ESPN.
