Kevin Durant Details Why Cooper Flagg 'Will Be Considered One Of The Best Of All-Time' [Exclusive]

Kevin Durant Praises Mavericks Rookie Cooper Flagg

Kevin Durant described Dallas Mavericks rookie Cooper Flagg as “a nightmare” to face and expressed confidence that Flagg will soon find his stride in the NBA. Durant, a 15-time All-Star and two-time NBA champion, shared his thoughts following the Mavericks’ 110–102 loss to the Houston Rockets.

Impressive Rookie Performance

Through seven games this season, Flagg has averaged 13.6 points, 6.3 rebounds, and 2.9 assists, showing the versatility that made him the top overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft. In the recent game against the Rockets, Flagg contributed 12 points, five rebounds, and two assists, marking another step in his development.

High Expectations and Future Potential

Flagg, a Maine native and former Duke standout, entered the league amid significant expectations as the cornerstone of the Mavericks’ new era following Luka Dončić’s departure. Durant believes Flagg’s career will leave a lasting mark on the NBA.

"I think that he’s going to be a hell of a player. I think that he’s going to be such a nightmare… that… he’ll be considered one of the best of all time."

Significance for the Mavericks

As the Mavericks look to redefine their team identity, Flagg represents both hope and the challenge of meeting high expectations in the league’s competitive environment.

Author’s summary: Kevin Durant praises rookie Cooper Flagg’s talent and potential, predicting he will become one of the NBA’s all-time greats as he develops with the Mavericks.

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Dallas Hoops Journal Dallas Hoops Journal — 2025-11-04

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