Cooper Flagg harasses Dillon Brooks for a vicious finish at the rim

ByNBAUSA



The Dallas Mavericks maybe have a rough night in the desert but Cooper Flagg just gave a “welcome to the league” moment for anyone in his way, including one of the NBA’s most notorious agitators.

With the Mavericks trailing the Phoenix Suns late in the third quarter on Tuesday night, the rookie sensation reminded the Footprint Center crowd exactly why he’s been the most improved prospect in years.

The streak started on the defensive end when Phoenix Suns guard Jalen Green tried to challenge the rim, only to meet the “landlord” himself. Daniel Gafford threw away the try, igniting a fast break that left the Suns in dire straits.

Flagg caught the ball in stride and headed down the lane. He stood between him and the basket Dillon Brooksveteran known for his physical play and defensive intensity. Brooks tried to hold position, but Flagg simply rolled through the contact, effectively “bullying” the veteran out of the way before unleashing a vicious two-handed jab.

The the highlight was a rare bright spot in what was otherwise a tough game for Dallas. At the time of the dunk, the Phoenix Suns held a commanding 62-41 lead with less than two minutes left in the third frame. Despite the scoreboard, the Mavericks bench erupted, and even Phoenix fans couldn’t help but acknowledge the sheer athleticism of the 19-year-old.

Cooper Flagg was the lone statistical bright spot for a Dallas team currently on a seven-game losing streak. Entering Tuesday, he was averaging 20.3 points per game, and he continued that production against Phoenix, posting 22 points as the game entered the final stretch.





2026-02-11 03:56:00

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