Cooper Flagg is showing a zen-like maturity on the court that is beyond his years.
“Flag on the play” might have to be remixed as a more positive phrase if Cooper Flagg has anything to do with it. But first, he has to learn to ride the rollercoaster known as the NBA season with the savvy of a seasoned pro. The Dallas Mavericks’ regular-season and postseason fortunes depend on it. Flagg is getting a double dose of that reality in real-time.