Cooper Flagg News, Rumors, Updates - Dallas Mavericks

Doubtful for Saturday Flagg (ankle) is listed as doubtful for Saturday's game against the Jazz.

Impact Flagg is likely to miss his second straight game after sustaining a sprained left ankle in Wednesday's loss to the Nuggets. If the rookie No. 1 overall pick is ultimately ruled out, Caleb Martin and Ryan Nembhard would be candidates for increased playing time.

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Utah faces Dallas for conference showdown

The Mavericks will take on conference foe Utah

1 DAY AGO • Associated Press

Thompson scores 26 points, moves up 3-point list, as Flagg-less Mavericks cruise past Jazz, 144-122

Klay Thompson matched his season high with six 3-pointers and moved into fourth place on career 3-point list, scoring a season-best 26 points to help the Dallas Mavericks beat the...

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Mavericks rookie star Cooper Flagg out against Jazz because of ankle injury

Dallas rookie Cooper Flagg missed the Mavericks’ 144-122 victory over Utah on Thursday night because of a sprained left ankle

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Won't go Thursday Flagg (ankle) is out for Thursday's game against the Jazz.

Impact Flagg has officially been ruled out for Thursday's clash due to a left ankle sprain. This will be his first absence since Nov. 19 and just his second of his rookie season. Flagg's next chance to return will arrive Saturday, also against Utah.

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Doubtful for Thursday Flagg (ankle) is doubtful for Thursday's game against Utah.

Impact This is hardly a surprise after the rookie left Wednesday's game early with a noticeable limp. All signs point to the Mavericks being cautious here. In the meantime, it's likely that Caleb Martin, Brandon Williams and Klay Thompson will step into larger roles Thursday, and possibly Ryan Nembhard.

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Mavericks' Cooper Flagg making NBA history that would join Michael Jordan | Sporting News Coop continues to get the job done as a rookie.

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Dallas Mavericks' Cooper Flagg sprains ankle, exits vs. Denver Nuggets Dallas Mavericks rookie Cooper Flagg sprained his left ankle during a loss to the Denver Nuggets. He attempted a return, but was later ruled...

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Dallas hosts Utah following Sensabaugh's 43-point showing

Utah plays the Dallas Mavericks after Brice Sensabaugh scored 43 points in the Jazz's 128-126 loss to the Chicago Bulls

2 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Cooper Flagg exits with ankle sprain in Mavericks nightmare Cooper Flagg left Wednesday’s game against the Nuggets with a left ankle sprain, causing concerns among Mavericks fans.

2 DAYS AGO • NYPOST.COM

Jamal Murray scores 33 and Nuggets beat Mavs 118-109 as Cooper Flagg exits with sprained ankle

Jamal Murray scored 33 points and the Denver Nuggets held on for a 118-109 victory over Dallas

2 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Cooper Flagg Leaves Mavericks Game Against Nuggets With Sprained Ankle Cooper Flagg left the Mavericks game against the Nuggets Wednesday with a sprained left ankle.

2 DAYS AGO • SI.COM

Mavericks rookie Cooper Flagg leaves game in 1st half with sprained ankle Dallas rookie Cooper Flagg sprained his left ankle and was ruled out for the second half against Denver on Wednesday night

2 DAYS AGO • NBA.COM

Cooper Flagg injury update: Mavericks star goes to locker room, returns Cooper Flagg headed to the locker room after appearing to roll his ankle during the Mavericks' game against the Nuggets.

2 DAYS AGO • USATODAY.COM

Cooper Flagg sprains an ankle and is ruled out after halftime as Mavs lose to Nuggets

Dallas Mavericks rookie Cooper Flagg has been ruled out for the second half against Denver after the No. 1 overall pick sprained his left ankle in the first half

2 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Cooper Flagg dealt blow with first NBA injury | Sporting News The former Duke star exited the game on Wednesday.

2 DAYS AGO • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Won't return with ankle injury Flagg (ankle) will not return to Wednesday's game against the Nuggets, Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints.com reports.

Impact Flagg exited at the 6:01 mark of the second quarter, briefly returned before halftime, but has been ruled out for the second half due to a left ankle sprain. An ankle issue also sidelined the rookie briefly Monday, though he was able to return and finish that game, unlike Wednesday. With Flagg done for the night, Klay Thompson, Ryan Nembhard and Caleb Martin could see expanded roles down the stretch.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Returns to action Wednesday Flagg (ankle) has returned to Wednesday's game against the Nuggets, per the broadcast.

Impact Flagg exited at the 6:01 mark of the second quarter with an ankle injury and went to the locker room but was able to return to action before the end of the first half. His status will continue to be monitored, and if any discomfort resurfaces for the star rookie, Klay Thompson, Ryan Nembhard and Caleb Martin could see expanded roles in his place.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Heads to locker room Flagg (ankle) went to the locker room during the second quarter of Wednesday's game against the Nuggets, Bennett Durando of The Denver Post reports.

Impact Flagg exited at the 6:01 mark of the second quarter after appearing to twist his left ankle and went to the locker room for evaluation. His absence could open the door for increased usage from key reserves such as Klay Thompson and Ryan Nembhard.

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Mavericks' Cooper Flagg stands alone among NBA rookies thanks to these crazy stats | Sporting News He has been as advertised.

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Kia Rookie Ladder: Durable rookie class keeps impressing Cooper Flagg and Kon Knueppel have shown resilience and availability all season, fueling their strong starts.

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Utah faces Dallas for conference showdown

Thompson scores 26 points, moves up 3-point list, as Flagg-less Mavericks cruise past Jazz, 144-122

Mavericks rookie star Cooper Flagg out against Jazz because of ankle injury

Dallas hosts Utah following Sensabaugh's 43-point showing

Jamal Murray scores 33 and Nuggets beat Mavs 118-109 as Cooper Flagg exits with sprained ankle

Cooper Flagg sprains an ankle and is ruled out after halftime as Mavs lose to Nuggets