Cooper Flagg has averaged 20.0 points, 5.9 rebounds and 3.8 assists in his last 12 games which is pretty much half the season.
Over the last 6 games he’s has averaged 23.0 points, 5.7 rebounds and 3.2 assists.
These are fringe All Star level numbers at 18. Flagg literally improves week to week.
As crazy as it sounds I think he’s going to be a top 30 player in the entire NBA by the end of January. He’s already top 40-50 IMO.
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Every passing game, Coop looks more comfortable. This one is scary, he looked to be in complete control every minute on the floor. Once that splint comes off and his 3PT starts falling, he is sleepwalking into 25 per night.
Looking at the standings, I think we’re pretty firmly the 7th or 8th best team in the conference, particularly when Kyrie comes back.
Even though it’s probably better to prioritize draft position this year, we should probably expect the Mavs to be in the playoffs. It’s tough to tell a bunch of competitive and talented guys not to win.
I’m coming around to the idea of keeping AD – unless we get an amazing offer – and trying to make the 7th seed. If we can avoid OKC in the first round, then I think it’s worth it. There are worse things than our franchise player getting playoff experience next to a few hall of famers.