Overview
- Carmelo Anthony made Flagg the first pick in the Rising Stars draft, with the showcase set for Feb. 13 at Intuit Dome in Los Angeles.
- The 19-year-old averages 18.8 points and 6.4 rebounds through 43 games and leads Dallas in total minutes, points, rebounds, assists and steals.
- He ranks top 10 leaguewide in clutch points, rebounds and assists after a December shift to more off‑the‑ball usage that boosted his efficiency and late‑game trust.
- Marc Stein reports Dallas has set high thresholds to keep Naji Marshall and Max Christie, including seeking a future first-round pick to even entertain Marshall inquiries, with Flagg deemed untouchable.
- Yahoo Sports analysis urges moves off aging veterans, with reporting that the Mavericks have been open to Anthony Davis discussions and could evaluate options on Kyrie Irving or Klay Thompson to create flexibility.