Cooper Flagg reacts to recent 3-point shooting woes

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While some NBA analysts compiled Dallas Mavericks trade proposals to help his newbie Cooper Flaggthe first overall pick is confident of turning things around amid his 3-point shooting woes. Flagg’s shooting dropped to 25.9 percent in November.

Cooper is a combined 1-for-11 from deep in his last three outings, including an 0-for-4 finish from deep in Monday’s 106-102 loss to the Miami Heat. However, Flagg remains confident he will turn things aroundhe said, according to Mike Curtis of The Dallas Morning News.

“I feel solid. Obviously, I just have to keep my feet under me and be confident. I still believe in it. All the work I’ve put in and knowing I can knock down shots. I’m confident it will come,” Flagg said. “I’m confident it’s going to happen and I’m going to start shooting. All I can do is keep shooting them.”

Flagg went 2-for-3 and 3-for-7 in losses to the Minnesota Timberwolves and Phoenix Suns earlier this month, but has gone completely cold over his last three appearances. Dallas went 1-2 in the three games, with their only win coming in a 118-115 win against the New Orleans Pelicans last Friday.

Despite his poor shooting, Flagg is averaging 15.9 points on 45.1% shooting, 6.4 rebounds, 3.1 assists and 1.3 steals per game for the Mavericks.

Bam Adebayo on the Cooper Flag after the win over the Mavericks

Mavericks forward Cooper Flagg (32) drives to the basket against the Miami Heat during the second half at Casey Center
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Thermal center Bam Adebayo was in action against Mavericks rookie Cooper Flagg exuded confidence despite his poor shooting as he reflected on what he sees in this year’s top NBA prospect. For Adebayo, Flagg’s rookie campaign could be the real deal experience needed to flourish to the star, which Bam sees, he said, according to Zach Weinberger of ClutchPoints.

“He’s not afraid of this moment,” Adebayo said. “He’s growing faster than people think. By the end of the season, I feel like he’s going to be one of those tough guys to guard because he’s going through those moments now early in the season.”

Flagg finished with 12 points on 5-of-14 shooting, seven rebounds, three assists and two steals in Monday’s loss to the Heat. The Mavericks will meet the Lakers on the road in the NBA Cup game on Friday.





2025-11-26 18:43:00

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