Overview
- Flagg backed down Mac McClung in the fourth quarter and hit a soft hook before flashing the “too small” gesture that quickly circulated on social media.
- He finished with 15 points, 10 rebounds, and four assists in 35 minutes as Dallas edged Indiana 107–105.
- Anthony Davis exited early with a lower left leg issue, with Dallas already missing Kyrie Irving, Dereck Lively II, Daniel Gafford, and Dante Exum.
- Flagg said the celebration was about having fun and playing with joy, echoing guidance he’s received from veteran teammates.
- McClung made his Indiana debut, while Dallas got key bench production from Brandon Williams, Dwight Powell, D’Angelo Russell, and Max Christie, and next plays Detroit in Mexico City.