Summary
On Monday, Cooper Flagg was selected by Hall of Famer Carmelo Anthony as the top pick for the 2026 Castrol Rising Stars Game, a basketball event featuring young NBA talent. Flagg is currently a standout player for the Dallas Mavericks, despite dealing with a recent ankle injury. The Rising Stars event is scheduled for February 13, 2026.
Key Facts
- Carmelo Anthony, Vince Carter, and Tracy McGrady are coaching teams for the 2026 Castrol Rising Stars event.
- The event is a tournament featuring top NBA rookies and second-year players.
- Cooper Flagg was chosen as the No. 1 pick by Carmelo Anthony.
- Flagg was the No. 1 pick in last year’s NBA Draft and plays for the Dallas Mavericks.
- Flagg is averaging 18.8 points, 6.4 rebounds, and 4.1 assists in his rookie season.
- He recently sprained his left ankle, causing him to miss two games.
- Flagg is ranked No. 2 on the league’s Rookie Ladder, competing for Rookie of the Year honors.
- The Rising Stars event will take place on Friday, February 13, 2026.
