The NBA Summer League continues to shine as the Dallas Mavericks prepare to face the San Antonio Spurs on Saturday, July 12, in Las Vegas. This much-anticipated matchup marks the second game for Cooper Flagg, the top pick of the 2025 NBA Draft, with the Mavericks.
In his debut on July 10 against the Los Angeles Lakers, Flagg played a crucial role in securing a narrow 87-85 victory despite a tough shooting night. The talented 18-year-old finished that game with 10 points, six rebounds, and four assists, even though he struggled with his shooting, going 5-of-21 from the field and missing all five of his three-point attempts.
As the game against the Spurs unfolds, Flagg displayed significant improvement, scoring 15 points by halftime, showing promise and versatility as he rhythmically added to the scoreboard. After a slow start in the first quarter where the Mavericks trailed 21-11, Flagg bounced back strong in the second quarter with 13 points, helping to close the gap to just one point as the halftime buzzer sounded.
For fans eager to watch this exciting matchup, the game is set to tip off at 4 p.m. ET (1 p.m. local time) at the Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas. Tune in to witness the development of Cooper Flagg and other emerging talents in the NBA Summer League.
The young talent displayed in the Summer League not only shines a light on individual skill and determination but also highlights the bright future of the teams involved, with promising matchups ahead in the league.