Cooper Flagg Opens Up About The Poor Performance In His Lakers Debut

At the Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas, the Dallas Mavericks recently battled the Los Angeles Lakers in their inaugural summer league matchup of the year, highlighting the debut of the Mavericks' standout rookie, Cooper Flagg. The anticipation was palpable, especially with Bronny James taking the court against Flagg.Despite the excitement, Flagg acknowledged post-game that his performance was not up to par. In an interview with ESPN's Katie George, he expressed, "Not up to my standard. I’m gonna regroup and I’ll be alright."Moreover, he praised teammates Miles Kelly and Ryan Nembhard for their remarkable contributions on the court. Selected by the Mavericks as the first overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, Flagg’s potential remains high. The match was intense, with fans cheering as the Mavericks and Lakers showcased fierce competitive spirit. Bronny James logged 21 minutes for the Lakers, ending the game with eight points, two assists, and two rebounds.