From Jim Jackson’s perspective, Dallas Mavericks rookie forward Cooper Flagg has characteristics very similar to those of Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James.
And as far as the Mavs are concerned, that’s a very good thing, especially considering James is a 21-time NBA All-Star and four-time NBA champion.
“I think (Flagg’s) makeup is kind of like LeBron from the perspective of playmaking, even though he can dominate the game from scoring,” Jackson told Mavs.com. “The footwork, the shooting, all the attributes you look at a high-level player, he has it.
“But I just think his ability to connect with his teammates and be the ultimate team player is kind of what separated him and why he’ll be an outstanding fit with the Mavericks.