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Dallas Mavericks forward Cooper Flagg wins 2025-26 NBA rookie of the year

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 6, 2026, 11:19 AM

Last updated Sep 6, 2026

Dallas Mavericks forward Cooper Flagg wins 2025-26 NBA rookie of the year

Summary

Dallas Mavericks forward Cooper Flagg earned the 2025-26 NBA Rookie of the Year award following his inaugural season with the team. At 19 years old, he became the second-youngest player to win the honor, trailing only LeBron James. Flagg averaged 21.0 points, 6.7 rebounds, and 4.5 assists across 70 games. He also became the first rookie since Michael Jordan to lead his team in total points, rebounds, assists, and steals. Dallas Mavericks coach Jason Kidd noted that Flagg is on a trajectory comparable to the early career of LeBron James, citing his maturity and willingness to work. Kidd emphasized that sustained success for the rookie will depend on long-term health and the eventual pursuit of championships.

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By the Numbers

•Cooper Flagg averaged 21.0 points, 6.7 rebounds, and 4.5 assists as a rookie.
•He is the second-youngest player in NBA history to receive the Rookie of the Year award.
•Flagg led the Mavericks in total points, rebounds, assists, and steals during the season.
•Coach Jason Kidd identified long-term health and team championships as primary benchmarks for Flagg’s future.

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11:19 AMYahoo Sports — Cooper Flagg Claims Historic ROY As Jason Kidd Sees A Young LeBron James

What they're saying

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Cooper Flagg arrived in Dallas with the kind of attention that follows a No. 1 pick. He also carried expectations that few players his age have faced before. Jason Kidd is joining the discussion about Flagg. The coach sees a lot of talent in Flagg and believes he has the potential to be as great [...]
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