Cooper Flagg Named NBA Rookie Of The Year
Cooper Flagg has been named the NBA Rookie of the Year after an impressive season with the Dallas Mavericks. The 19-year-old forward led all rookies in scoring and made history by joining Michael Jordan as the only rookies to lead their team in multiple statistical categories. Flagg's performance has solidified his position as the face of the franchise following significant player trades.
- ▪Cooper Flagg won the Naismith and Wooden Awards as a college freshman at Duke.
- ▪He became the second youngest player to be selected No. 1 overall in the NBA Draft, behind LeBron James.
- ▪Flagg led all rookies in scoring with an average of 21.0 points per game and ranked highly in other statistical categories.
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BusinessSportsMoneyCooper Flagg Named NBA Rookie Of The YearByAdam Zagoria,Contributor.Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I'm a basketball and tennis insiderFollow AuthorApr 27, 2026, 08:11pm EDTApr 28, 2026, 06:50am EDT--:-- / --:--This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.DALLAS, TEXAS - DECEMBER 23: Cooper Flagg #32 of the Dallas Mavericks reacts after scoring a three point basket during the second half against the Denver Nuggets at American Airlines Center on December 23, 2025 in Dallas, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.
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