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Duke Star Cooper Flagg Injures Ankle During ACC Tournament Game

The ACC Player of the Year exited Duke's matchup against Georgia Tech after rolling his ankle, leaving his status uncertain.

Cooper Flagg #2 of the Duke Blue Devils reacts during the game against the Wake Forest Demon Deacons at Cameron Indoor Stadium on March 03, 2025 in Durham, North Carolina.
Mar 13, 2025; Charlotte, NC, USA; Duke Blue Devils forward Cooper Flagg (2) and Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets guard Jaeden Mustaf (3) chase the loose ball during the first half at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images
Mar 13, 2025; Charlotte, NC, USA; Duke Blue Devils forward Cooper Flagg (2) is injured in the first half at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Duke forward Cooper Flagg, the ACC Player and Rookie of the Year, left Thursday's ACC Tournament game against Georgia Tech with an ankle injury sustained while attempting a rebound.
  • Flagg's departure occurred late in the first half, and his ability to return for the game or upcoming matches remains unclear.
  • Duke entered the ACC Tournament as the No. 1-ranked team in the nation, riding an eight-game winning streak and aiming to secure the top seed in the NCAA Tournament.
  • Georgia Tech, the eighth seed, advanced to face Duke after defeating Virginia and has shown strong recent form with four wins in their last five games.
  • The Blue Devils previously defeated Georgia Tech decisively in December, but the Yellow Jackets are described as playing their best basketball of the season heading into this matchup.