The Dallas Mavericks finally have their future. After months of it feeling like the organization was lost at sea, the arrival of Cooper Flagg ushers in a new era. Flagg has the rare mix of defensive instincts, competitive edge, and high-level feel for the game that scouts salivate over. In time, there is a real chance he will become one of the NBA’s most complete forwards. However, Dallas has to stay patient.
Mavs fans must be willing to accept the reality that even the most talented rookies in league history often do not impact winning right away, and that includes players with generational upside.