After putting on a dominant display in the Summer League, Cooper Flagg now turns his attention to his highly anticipated rookie season with the Dallas Mavericks. Head coach Jason Kidd sees his arrival as a blessing for the team.
Recently, Flagg and his mother, Kelly, sat down for an interview with Chime. The conversation was less focused on basketball and more on financial habits. The 17-year-old phenom admitted he was looking forward to enjoying one of the first perks of being an NBA player.
“I’m not a big spender. Obviously, I’m excited to get my own vehicle,” Cooper said.
His mother quickly stepped in with some firm advice. She reminded her son about the importance of being smart with his money.
“Do not buy a Bugatti right away,” she said.
Flagg also shared the same thought. He clarified that he didn’t see himself splurging on luxury cars, even if people might assume he would.
“People might assume that I might buy like a sports car, but I don’t see myself doing that,” Cooper added.
The rising star will have plenty of financial security to make those choices. Flagg signed a four-year rookie deal with the Mavericks, worth $62.7 million under the NBA’s rookie salary scale for the 2025-26 season.
Bill Simmons Names Cooper Flagg In His 2028 Team USA Dream Lineup
NBA analyst Bill Simmons recently sparked debate with his bold stance on the future of Team USA basketball. On his podcast, Simmons made it clear that he doesn’t believe any player over the age of 30 should be part of the squad for the 2028 Olympics.
Instead, Simmons envisions a youthful core leading the way on the world stage. His ideal starting five for the team includes Jalen Williams, Tyrese Haliburton, Anthony Edwards, Paolo Banchero, and Cooper Flagg. Moreover, he stands out not only as the youngest but also as the only rookie.
Flagg has quickly established himself as one of the league’s most promising young players. His presence has even captured the attention of Mavericks legend Dirk Nowitzki, who expressed his excitement about what Flagg could bring to the franchise.
The Mavericks themselves view Flagg as the kind of player who can shift narratives. Ever since the Luka Doncic trade, the franchise has been under heavy scrutiny. But with Flagg’s arrival, there’s a hope that Dallas may finally have the piece capable of turning the page.
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