Cooper Flagg prepares for debut with No. 7 Duke as top NBA prospect
boston.com — November 1, 2024, 05:01 PM UTC
Cooper Flagg, a top NBA prospect, is set to debut with No. 7 Duke after being the nation's top recruit. He aims to focus on basketball despite the intense hype surrounding him, similar to former Duke star Zion Williamson. Flagg, a versatile 6-foot-9 forward, has already made headlines as the first men's college player to sign an endorsement deal with Gatorade. He is also one of only nine freshmen named to the Associated Press preseason All-American team. Duke's coach Jon Scheyer praises Flagg's work ethic and confidence. Flagg's ability to manage the pressure and attention will be crucial as he prepares for the season opener against Maine, his home-state team.