Overview
- Jason Kidd said Flagg’s point-guard assignment stems from the team’s health situation and a plan to harden his ball-handling for April pressure.
- With Kyrie Irving rehabbing a torn ACL and other rotation knocks, Dallas has leaned on the 18-year-old to initiate offense.
- Through six games, Flagg is averaging 13.8 points, 6.5 rebounds and 3.0 assists with subpar efficiency, including about 41% from the field and one make per 3.5 three-point attempts.
- After the Mexico City game, Flagg said the high altitude made breathing difficult, noting he still logged 16 points, eight rebounds and four assists on 3-for-14 shooting.
- Dallas’ offense has sputtered to start the season, ranking bottom-five in three-point volume and accuracy with a league-worst 104.5 offensive rating.