Quick Info
| Profession | Basketball player |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 21/12/2006 |
| Age | 19 years |
| Birthplace | Newport, Maine, USA |
Latest News about Cooper Flagg
Cooper Flagg scored a career-high 49 points along with 10 rebounds, three assists, and one block in a loss to the Charlotte Hornets. This performance set a new record for the most points scored by a teenager in NBA history, surpassing Cliff Robinson's 45 points from 1980. At 19 years old, Flagg continues to make history in his rookie season with the Dallas Mavericks.
Cooper Flagg scored 42 points in a 140–133 overtime loss to the Utah Jazz. He became the youngest player in NBA history to score at least 40 points in a game. This standout performance highlights his rapid development after transitioning from point guard to forward, where he has averaged 20 points, 6.9 rebounds, and 3.7 assists on 51% shooting over 15 games.
In his second NBA regular season game, Cooper Flagg scored a then-career-high 35 points in a 114–110 win over the Los Angeles Clippers. He became the youngest player to achieve this feat, surpassing LeBron James, and joined James as one of only two players to score 30+ points before turning 19. This came one night after his debut where he recorded 10 points and 10 rebounds.
Cooper Flagg signed his rookie contract with the Dallas Mavericks after being selected as the first overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft. The Mavericks chose the former Duke star, fulfilling pre-draft projections of him going No. 1. He made his NBA debut on October 22, 2025, starting at point guard with 10 points, 10 rebounds, and one steal against the San Antonio Spurs.
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Bio/Wiki
| Nickname | April Coop |
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Physical Stats & More
| Height | 6' 8" |
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| Weight | 102 Kg |
| Eye Color | Blue |
| Hair Color | Blonde |
| Wingspan | 7' 0" |
Educational Qualification(s)
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| College/University | Duke University |
| Educational Qualification | Graduated |
Personal Life
| Religion | Christianity |
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| Food Habit | Non-vegetarian |
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Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Unmarried |
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| Affairs/Girlfriends | Lola Ressler (Rumored) |
Family
| Father | Ralph Flagg |
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| Mother | Kelly Flagg |
| Siblings | 2 brothers: Hunter Flagg (Elder), Ace Flagg (Twin) |
Career
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| Jersey number | #9 (Dallas Mavericks) | ||||||
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| National | USA under-17 | ||||||
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| Position | Power forward | ||||||
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| NBA team | Boston Celtics | ||||
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Cooper comes from a sporting family; his mother was a D-I college basketball player at the University of Maine and a senior team captain. | |
| 2. His father played NJCAA basketball at Eastern Maine Community College. | |
| 3. He began his basketball journey in the AAU circuit at fifth grade with the Blue Wave Elite under coach Andy Bedard, who also has D-I basketball experience. | |
| 4. Initially, he played as a guard before experiencing a growth spurt that increased his height significantly. | |
| 5. He impressed NBA winner Brian Scalabrine at a fitness test, showcasing remarkable skills at just 14 years old. | |
| 6. At the 2022 FIBA U-17 World Cup, he averaged 9.3 points, showcasing his talent in leading Team USA to gold. | |
| 7. He made history by leading Nokomis Regional High School to its first state title in boys' basketball before transferring to Montverde Academy. | |
| 8. Flagg was named MVP at the 2023 Hoophall Classic after an outstanding performance. | |
| 9. He signed an endorsement deal with New Balance, leveraging local business connections. | |
| 10. Cooper became the first men's college basketball player sponsored by Gatorade. | |
| 11. He declared for the 2025 NBA Draft, with rumors suggesting he could be the first overall pick. | |
| 12. At the 2022 FIBA U-17 World Cup, he averaged 9.3 points, 10 rebounds, 2.9 blocks and 2.4 steals, showcasing his talent in leading Team USA to gold. | |
| 13. At age 17, he was invited to join the USA Select Team, the first college player invited in more than 10 years. | |
| 14. His poise during a USA Select Team game against the national team featuring LeBron James and Stephen Curry was praised by Kevin Durant. | |
| 15. His hometown of Newport, Maine threw a parade for him after he led Nokomis Regional to the state championship as a freshman. | |
| 16. Mavericks fans have started shouting his surname during the national anthem at the lyric 'that our flag was still there.' |