Overview

• Klay Thompson said Flagg “did not sit out one drill” in his first practice, praising the rookie’s competitiveness regardless of mistakes.
• Head coach Jason Kidd highlighted Flagg’s awareness and decision-making, noting he made the right plays on and off the ball at just 18.
• Flagg outlined his goals at media day, saying he wants to be Rookie of the Year while prioritizing winning and staying true to a versatile game.
• With Irving still out, reporting indicates veterans like Thompson, Anthony Davis and D’Angelo Russell are expected to carry offense as Dallas experiments with positionless looks.
• External scrutiny surfaced as Hall of Famer Tim Hardaway called Flagg “fragile,” while camp notes include Dereck Lively II starting on a minutes restriction, P.J. Washington’s new extension and desire to stay long term, and Davis entering camp at 268 pounds with a championship focus.