Cooper Flagg Shines in Return as Duke Dominates NCAA Opener

The freshman star contributed 14 points and seven rebounds in Duke's commanding 93-49 victory over Mount St. Mary's.

Cooper Flagg returned from a sprained ankle to lead Duke in their NCAA Tournament opener, scoring 14 points with seven rebounds.
Duke defeated Mount St. Mary’s 93-49, showcasing their depth and strength as the No. 1 seed in the East Region.
Flagg, a projected No. 1 NBA Draft pick and Naismith Player of the Year candidate, missed the ACC semifinals and finals due to his injury.
The Blue Devils demonstrated sharp execution, shooting 50% from the field and hitting 14 three-pointers in the first-round win.
Duke advances to face Baylor in the second round, continuing their push for a sixth national championship.