Cooper Flagg’s status for the Dallas Mavericks’ preseason game against the Utah Jazz on Monday remains uncertain. There is a strong possibility that the number one pick will be out of the game due to rest, as he participated in the previous two warm-up contests. Official confirmation on the former Duke phenom’s status will be announced before kickoff.
Flagg has looked impressive in the two games he played for Dallas. the rookie exhibited his versatility in limited minutes and showed why he has the best odds to win Rookie of the Year. From facilitating and creating plays to scoring in isolation and knocking down perimeter shots, the 6-foot-9 forward has shown off his entire offensive arsenal.
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defensively, Cooper Flag It has been a demon. With his athleticism and 6-foot-9 height, the Mavericks appear to have a complete package in their rookie. Dallas coach Jason Kidd has already made it clear that he wants Flagg to be an orchestrator on offense and help put his teammates in scoring positions.
“We want to see him handling the ball,” Kidd said after Dallas’ game against the Charlotte Hornets on Saturday. “I want to put him in different situations. I think he made a lot of great reads tonight. There’s going to be some turnovers. I think the only time he turned the ball over was when he did it behind his back.”
Cooper Flagg turned heads with an emphatic performance against the Hornets. Although he committed five turnovers, his brilliance in other facets of the game easily overshadowed them. He finished with 11 points, three rebounds, four assists and three steals in 24 minutes.
How to watch the preseason game Dallas Mavericks vs. Utah Jazz?
The preseason game Dallas Mavericks vs. Utah Jazz will take place on Monday, October 13 at the Delta Center in Salt Lake City, Utah. The game will begin at 9 pm EST (6 pm PT).
The Mavericks vs. Jazz will air live on NBA TV, KFAA (local) and KJZZ (local). The live stream will be available on the NBA League Pass app and website and Fubo TV.
Edited by Atishay Jain.
