Cooper Flagg Leads Duke into Elite Eight with Stellar NCAA Tournament Run

The freshman phenom continues to dominate as Duke prepares to face Alabama for a Final Four spot.

Cooper Flagg delivered a standout 30-point performance in Duke's Sweet 16 victory over Arizona, adding seven assists, six rebounds, and three blocks.
Flagg has solidified his status as the consensus top pick for the 2025 NBA Draft with his all-around play and defensive impact.
Duke's head coach Jon Scheyer praised Flagg’s leadership but challenged him to maintain his assertive play in the upcoming Elite Eight matchup against Alabama.
Flagg’s chemistry with teammates, including fellow lottery prospects Kon Knueppel and Khaman Maluach, has been key to Duke’s success in the tournament.
Duke faces a tough test against Alabama, whose record-breaking three-point shooting in the Sweet 16 highlights their offensive firepower.