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Cooper Flagg Rises to No. 3 in Pre‑19 Scoring, Sets 18‑Year‑Old Single‑Game Mark vs. Jazz

The Dallas No. 1 pick has two games before his 19th birthday to build on a breakout fueled by a return to a forward role.

SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH - DECEMBER 15: Brice Sensabaugh #28 of the Utah Jazz makes a move under Cooper Flagg #32 of the Dallas Mavericks during the first half of the game at Delta Center on December 15, 2025 in Salt Lake City, Utah. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Alex Goodlett/Getty Images)
DALLAS, TX - DECEMBER 12: Cooper Flagg #32 and teammate Ryan Nembhard #9 of the Dallas Mavericks talk in the first half against the Brooklyn Nets at American Airlines Center on December 12, 2025 in Dallas, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ron Jenkins/Getty Images)
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Overview

  • Flagg passed Tracy McGrady to rank third all‑time in NBA points before turning 19, trailing only LeBron James and Kobe Bryant.
  • He scored 24 points in the first half against Utah and finished with 39, breaking James’ 18‑year‑old single‑game mark of 37 set in 2003.
  • The 18‑year‑old Dallas rookie was the No. 1 overall pick out of Duke and has rapidly adapted after an early season adjustment.
  • He has two games left before his 19th birthday to add to his pre‑19 total, hosting the Pistons on Thursday and visiting the 76ers on Saturday.
  • Coaches shifted him from early point‑guard duties back to a forward role, aligning with sustained efficiency and high‑impact production.