Flagg, who averages 15.9 points, 6.4 rebounds, and 3.1 assists in 18 games while seeing every late-game scenario imaginable, has swiftly emerged as the focal point of Dallas’ rebuilding identity. In contrast, Dončić has been a strong contender for MVP in his debut season with the Lakers, averaging 35.2 points, 8.8 rebounds, and 9.2 assists while teaming up with Austin Reaves to form the NBA’s highest-scoring duo.
