Cooper Flagg's rookie three-point shooting outperforms LeBron, Durant, Jordan
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 9, 2026, 2:33 PM
Last updated Aug 9, 2026
Dallas Mavericks rookie Cooper Flagg recorded a 29.5% three-point shooting percentage, surpassing the rookie marks of LeBron James (29.0%), Kevin Durant (28.8%), and Michael Jordan (17.3%). Flagg averaged 21.0 points, 6.7 rebounds, and 4.5 assists over 70 games, earning the Rookie of the Year title. Despite concerns about his three-point shooting, which showed improvement as the season progressed, Mavericks legend Dirk Nowitzki downplayed any worries, recalling his own struggles during his rookie year. The Mavericks are navigating roster changes, including ongoing discussions about Klay Thompson and Kyrie Irving, as they look toward the upcoming season.
- •Flagg averaged 21.0 points and 4.5 assists in 70 games.
- •His three-point shooting improved throughout the season.
- •Nowitzki recalls shooting 20.6% from three as a rookie.
- •Mavericks are involved in trade discussions for Klay Thompson.
- •Kyrie Irving's future with the team remains uncertain.
- 2:33 PMYahoo Sports — Mavs’ Cooper Flagg’s sole rookie ‘hole’ still outperformed LeBron James, Kevin Durant, Michael Jordan
"Cooper Flagg's rookie three-point percentage of 29.5% actually beat LeBron James, Kevin Durant, and Michael Jordan's rookie marks. Dirk Nowitzki isn't worried.
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