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Cooper Flagg Shines in 14-Minute Preseason Debut as Mavericks Beat Thunder 106-89

Dallas is using the preseason to settle its rotation, with Jason Kidd evaluating combinations through Oct. 21 as injuries shape early roles.

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Overview

  • In 14 minutes, the No. 1 pick posted 10 points, six rebounds, three assists and a block, highlighted by a weak-side swat that sparked an Anthony Davis dunk and a 10-point burst in 2:38.
  • The Mavericks won 106-89 in Fort Worth, with starters sitting the second half by design after building a large halftime lead.
  • Jason Kidd said he will use practices through Oct. 21 to determine the starting group and continue testing different combinations.
  • Anthony Davis played first-half minutes while adjusting to protective eyewear after offseason eye surgery, and Kyrie Irving remains out recovering from a torn ACL.
  • Dallas is installing assistant Jay Triano’s flow offense and has experimented with larger lineups featuring Flagg at off guard or handling, while depth options like Max Christie and Ryan Nembhard saw extended auditions.