Young Mavericks Rookie Cooper Flagg Makes History with Back-to-Back 30-Point Double-Doubles.
In a stunning turn of events, the Dallas Mavericks' rookie sensation Cooper Flagg has become the youngest player in league history to record back-to-back games with 30-point double-doubles. The 19-year-old star continued his impressive form, scoring 34 points alongside 12 rebounds and five assists against the Houston Rockets.
Flagg's dominant performance followed a career-high 49 points scored just three days prior against the Charlotte Hornets, making him the youngest player to ever score 49 points in an NBA game. His back-to-back double-doubles have catapulted him into the Rookie of the Year conversation, where he is currently neck and neck with his former Duke teammate and roommate, Hornets guard Kon Knueppel.
Despite the Mavericks' struggles this season, Flagg's relentless drive for winning has caught the attention of head coach Jason Kidd. "He's not about numbers," Kidd said. "He's about wins and losses... for a young man who thinks that way, he's going to be a champion sooner rather than later."
Flagg's impressive stats have seen him average 19.8 points, 6.6 rebounds, 4.1 assists, and 1.2 steals per game, with shooting percentages of 48.4% from the field and 28.9% from beyond the arc. His continued dominance has put him firmly in contention for Rookie of the Year honors, solidifying his position as one of the league's brightest young stars.
In a stunning turn of events, the Dallas Mavericks' rookie sensation Cooper Flagg has become the youngest player in league history to record back-to-back games with 30-point double-doubles. The 19-year-old star continued his impressive form, scoring 34 points alongside 12 rebounds and five assists against the Houston Rockets.
Flagg's dominant performance followed a career-high 49 points scored just three days prior against the Charlotte Hornets, making him the youngest player to ever score 49 points in an NBA game. His back-to-back double-doubles have catapulted him into the Rookie of the Year conversation, where he is currently neck and neck with his former Duke teammate and roommate, Hornets guard Kon Knueppel.
Despite the Mavericks' struggles this season, Flagg's relentless drive for winning has caught the attention of head coach Jason Kidd. "He's not about numbers," Kidd said. "He's about wins and losses... for a young man who thinks that way, he's going to be a champion sooner rather than later."
Flagg's impressive stats have seen him average 19.8 points, 6.6 rebounds, 4.1 assists, and 1.2 steals per game, with shooting percentages of 48.4% from the field and 28.9% from beyond the arc. His continued dominance has put him firmly in contention for Rookie of the Year honors, solidifying his position as one of the league's brightest young stars.
he's literally making history with those back-to-back 30-point double-doubles and his stats are insane 19.8 points, 6.6 rebounds, 4.1 assists, and 1.2 steals per game? that's some next level stuff! 
i'm so hyped for him to win rookie of the year it would be amazing for a kid from duke to take home the award 
! I mean, 19 years old and already breaking records like crazy? It's insane to think about how much talent he must have from a young age. His work ethic and drive are truly inspiring, especially with what the coach said about him being focused on wins and losses rather than individual stats. That's the kind of mentality that can take you all the way to the top 
. And yeah, the numbers don't lie - he's averaging some serious stats this season. For a rookie, it's crazy to see how quickly he's adapted to the league. Can't wait to see what he does next! 
. It's a reminder that when we focus on what really matters (in this case, wins and losses), we can achieve greatness together 
. And let's be real, Flagg's work ethic is a lesson to us all - 5am workouts, dedication, and perseverance will get you places 
coach Jason Kidd gets it, by the way, Flagg isn't just about stats; he's all about winning. and yeah, he's def gonna be a champ sooner than later 
those rookie of the year odds should be in his favor tbh 
, his stats are insane!! 48.4% from the field and 28.9% from 3pt range? He's got game for days 
Jason Kidd must be proud of him too, "He's not about numbers"... wins and losses is what it's all about, I love it 
. yeah he's got the potential to be a great player but is it really that impressive when everyone else in the league is putting up similar numbers? and let's not forget, he's still pretty young, his body might just catch up with him in the coming years...the rookie of the year award can wait, i wanna see what he does 3-4 yrs from now
i'm rooting for him all the way, kidd's words about him being a champion sooner rather than later are spot on