<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/cooper-flagg" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Cooper Flagg</a> has been the most talked-about player in Durham for quite a while now. Even before he made his <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/college-basketball" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">college basketball</a> debut, everybody at Duke was already raving about him.



Fast forward to today, and there are even more reasons to jump on board the bandwagon. He’s not going to be on campus for much longer, but he’s definitely making the most of his time there.



The future <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NBA </a>star has been one of the most versatile and well-rounded players in the nation this season. In fact, he could break a 25-year record mark in the ACC.



<h2>Cooper Flagg is leading Duke in five major categories</h2>



As pointed out by Steve Wiseman of The News &amp; Observer, Flagg is the first player in the past 25 years to lead his team in points, rebounds, assists, steals, and blocks per game:



<blockquote class="wp-block-quote">“According to ESPN Research, provided to Duke athletics, no ACC player has accomplished the feat in the past 25 years,“ he wrote.</blockquote>



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As of now, the 6-foot-9 small forward is averaging 19.2 points, 8.1 rebounds, 4.1 assists, 1.6 steals, and 1.2 blocks per contest for Jon Scheyer’s team, and that kind of versatility and ability to fill up the stat sheet will make him the No. 1 pick in the NBA Draft.

NCAAB News: Cooper Flagg is set to break 25-year record with Duke

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The Duke Blue Devils are just like every other white-collar college basketball program. You either love them or you hate them; there’s simply no in-between at this point.



What no one can deny, however, is that they’re always expected to compete for the ultimate prize. And now that they have <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/cooper-flagg" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Cooper Flagg</a>, that has only become more evident.



They’ve fared quite well so far, going 15-2 overall and 7-0 in the ACC. Nonetheless, Jay Jack still doesn’t see them being ready to win the whole thing this season. 



<h2>Jack Jay doesn’t think Duke will win the title</h2>



<blockquote class="wp-block-quote">“I think only time can tell, I would be willing to say they’ll be in final four.” Jay said on ‘To The Baha.’ “They just have so much talent, they’ve got a big (at every single position), they’ve got Cooper, they’ve got point guard play, they’ve got shooters.”</blockquote>



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Jay did admit that the Blue Devils are as talented as any team can hope to be. Nevertheless, they’re also very young, and he knows they’ll be under a lot of pressure:



<blockquote class="wp-block-quote">“They have got everything you need to make a long run, time will tell with the freshmen when it comes to the tournament, like how they really deal with that talent-wise, there’s not many teams as talent as this Duke team,” he continued.</blockquote>


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Just like he said, only time will tell whether Jon Scheyer’s team will be able to get the job done. For the time being, it’s almost impossible not to consider them a legitimate contender.

NCAAB News: Expert explains why Cooper Flagg's Duke won't win the title

NCAAB News: Expert explains why Cooper Flagg's Duke won't win the title - Bolavip US

<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/cooper-flagg" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Cooper Flagg</a> had one of the single greatest performances in <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/college-basketball" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">college basketball</a> history. His 42 points against Notre Dame marked a new record for any ACC player.



Nonetheless, it didn’t come without a price. He went to the line 17 times, knocking down 16 free throws. He didn’t shy away from contact, but the Fighting Irish kept being overly physical with him.



That’s why coach Jon Scheyer lost his temper. The officials called Flagg for an offensive foul for seemingly pushing off on a drive. He had clearly been held first, so Scheyer emphatically went after the officials, being called for a technical foul. Even so, he has no regrets. 



<h2>Jon Scheyer won’t stop defending Cooper Flagg</h2>



<blockquote class="wp-block-quote">“People are going to do things to try to make it easier to guard him,” Scheyer said. “And grabbing and holding is going to be something that’s there. So it wasn’t just one play isolated for me. It’s just understanding that he does get hit.”</blockquote>



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Scheyer doubled down on his determination to defend Flagg when he’s getting hit. Then again, he also made it loud and clear that he had no ill feelings towards the referees: 



<blockquote class="wp-block-quote">“Again … I have a ton of respect for those three officials, the officiating in our league. But I’m also going to advocate for our guys when I feel like something isn’t being called the right way or respected,” he added.</blockquote>


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As a player, you always want to know your coach has your back. And while Scheyer could’ve handled things a little differently, he won’t apologize for standing up for his players.

NCAAB News: Jon Scheyer explains why he got heated during Cooper Flagg's historic performance

NCAAB News: Jon Scheyer explains why he got heated during Cooper Flagg's historic performance - Bolavip US

Long before he set foot on an NCAA court, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/cooper-flagg" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Cooper Flagg</a> was already one of the most talked-about players on social media. Now, his first — and lone — season in <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/college-basketball" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">college basketball</a> has lived up to the expectations.



The Duke star has already written his name in history books. His 42-performance helped the Blue Devils take down the Notre Dame Fighting Irish in a close, 86-78 game.



Not only was this a career-best for the projected first-overall pick of the 2025 NBA Draft, but it also was the highest single-game scoring performance in Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) history. However, he wasn’t even aware of what he had done.



<h2>Cooper Flagg didn’t know how many points he had scored</h2>



<blockquote class="wp-block-quote">“I was just out there playing,” the star small forward told the media after the game. “When I’m in the game, I don’t really know what’s going on. I’m just playing locked in.”</blockquote>



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Flagg put together a tent and camped at the free-throw line all game long. He went 16-of-17 from the charity stripe, and he headlined the importance of drawing contact:



<blockquote class="wp-block-quote">“It’s a huge part of the game if you’re able to get in the paint and get fouled,” Flagg said, “so I was kind of able to get that going early and was kind of able to live in the paint tonight.”</blockquote>


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Flagg and the Blue Devils will strive for something even bigger this season. As much attention as he’s drawn, and rightfully so, he knows he’s in this for the big prize: the National Championship.

NCAAB News: Cooper Flagg makes big admission after breaking ACC freshman record

NCAAB News: Cooper Flagg makes big admission after breaking ACC freshman record - Bolavip US

For years, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/cooper-flagg">Cooper Flagg</a> has been deemed the best prospect in his NBA Draft class. He’s been at Duke for this season, and he’s been the most talked-about player in all of <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/college-basketball" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">college basketball</a>.



Of course, some argue that Dylan Harper or Ace Bailey have already piled up enough merits to take him down as the first-overall pick. Most insiders, however, still have him atop their rankings.



Notably, that includes ESPN expert Seth Greenberg. Talking on SportsCenter, the renowned analyst explained what sets Cooper Flagg apart from other players with ‘flashier’ games.



<h2>Cooper Flagg makes winning plays, says Seth Greenberg</h2>



<blockquote class="wp-block-quote">“He impacts winning, it’s plain and simple. Everyone wants one of those Zion Williamson viral moments. He’s not all about viral moments. He’s about winning, he’s about making winning plays… The guy understands what it takes to put his team in position to win… Points, rebounds, assists, steals, blocks, he impacts winning,” Greenberg said.</blockquote>



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Of course, that sounds simple, but sometimes, the game of basketball is simple. Not all players focus on doing a little bit of everything, especially in today’s offensive-driven game.


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That’s why Flagg has such a high floor. Even if he doesn’t turn out to be the superstar he looks like, he does a little bit of everything well enough to be a valuable and impactful member of any winning team.

NCAAB News: ESPN insider explains why Cooper Flagg is special

NCAAB News: ESPN insider explains why Cooper Flagg is special - Bolavip US

The Duke Blue Devils have had a plethora of elite talents in their ranks over the course of history. That’s why<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/cooper-flagg" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> Cooper Flagg </a>is looking to become the next player on that long list.



Flagg, unlike most modern players, takes pride in playing both ends of the floor. Hence, some have compared him with another big forward with 3-and-D expertise, like Andrei Kirilenko.



However, as impressive as his defense has been, his offense hasn’t fallen much behind. According to Koby Del Rosario of Sportskeeda, with his 17.5 points per game, Flagg is on pace to match or surpass Kyrie Irving and Brandon Ingram’s scoring average at Duke.



<h2>Cooper Flagg is averaging the same scoring numbers as Kyrie Irving</h2>



<blockquote class="wp-block-quote">“Should the freshman sensation improve on his current point average of 17.5 points per game for the rest of the campaign, he could potentially surpass the aforementioned players during their days in college,” wrote Del Rosario. “Irving was tallying the same scoring average as Flagg during his one-and-done stint at Duke. Meanwhile, Ingram had only produced 17.3 ppg during the 2015-2016 season.”</blockquote>



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Of course, he’s still far behind other former Blue Devils stars, such as Zion Williamson or Marvin Bagley, who eclipsed the 20-point mark during their days at Durham.


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Even so, with complementary averages of 8.5 points, 3.7 rebounds, 1.3 blocks, and 1.6 steals per game, Falgg is one of the most complete and well-rounded prospects we’ve seen in years.

NCAAB News: Cooper Flagg to take down Kyrie Irving mark with Duke

NCAAB News: Cooper Flagg to take down Kyrie Irving mark with Duke - Bolavip US

Duke star <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/cooper-flagg" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Cooper Flagg </a>is rarely fazed or bothered by the bright lights. If anything, he’s been used to being in the spotlight long before the start of his college basketball career.



However, even the most calm player can get emotional at times. That was the case with Flagg when he was called for a foul early in the second half of the win vs. Pittsburgh.



Flagg was visibly upset with himself after the call. That’s why, shortly after, he took it on the rim by completing a one-man fastbreak after a steal for one of the most incredible dunks of the season. Following the game, coach Jon Scheyer talked about his pupil’s character. 



<h2>Jon Scheyer talks about ‘angry’ Cooper Flagg</h2>



<blockquote class="wp-block-quote">“He gets angry, but he’s loose at the same time,” Scheyer said. “He loves being in the arena, but he’s got an edge to him now, and it can go quick. We saw that tonight. He picked up his third [foul] and it just got him going. He’s proven it with who he’s played and how he’s done it in such a mature way. He’s just so competitive, and he just brings out a lot of good stuff from his teammates.”</blockquote>



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The coach continued to praise his young star for his play. Admittedly, that dunk was one of the highlights of the season, and he knows the energy was contagious:



<blockquote class="wp-block-quote">“We’ve had a few guys through the years to make a couple plays that just spark everybody in the building,” Scheyer said. “That was one of those moments tonight.”</blockquote>


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Flagg is still considered to be the best prospect in the NBA Draft. And while other players gained some ground in recent weeks, those kinds of plays will likely cement his place as the first guy off the board.

NCAAB News: Jon Scheyer gets real on 'angry' Cooper Flagg

NCAAB News: Jon Scheyer gets real on 'angry' Cooper Flagg - Bolavip US

Dan Hurley and the UConn Huskies will have their work cut out for them on Tuesday night. The No. 9 team in the nation will go against Villanova, a program with a rich history and a myriad of talent.



Wooga Poplar has had a strong year this season. However, Eric Dixon might as well be the most unstoppable player in all of<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/college-basketball" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> college basketball </a>15 games into the season.



That’s why, with his team getting ready to face him on Tuesday night, Coach Hurley tipped his hat to the big man, putting him ahead of players like Ace Bailey or <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/cooper-flagg">Cooper Flagg</a>.



<h2>Dan Hurley names Eric Dixon ‘the hardest guy to guard in college’</h2>



<blockquote class="wp-block-quote">“I think (Dixon is) the hardest guy to guard in college basketball,” the Huskies coach said. “That 1-2 punch that they’ve got with [Eric] Dixon and [Wooga] Poplar is as good a 1-2 combo as you’re going to play against,” Hurley continued.</blockquote>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="631" src="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/en/full/BUS_20250108_BUS_308854_danhurleyjpg_242310155-1024x631_8d74c8a3.webp&amp;width=1024&amp;height=631" alt="" class="wp-image-217995" srcset="https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/08/danhurleyjpg_242310155-1024x631.jpg 1024w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/08/danhurleyjpg_242310155-300x185.jpg 300w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/08/danhurleyjpg_242310155-768x474.jpg 768w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/08/danhurleyjpg_242310155.jpg 1200w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure><figcaption>Dan Hurley head coach of the UConn Huskies</figcaption></figure>



Looking at Dixon’s numbers, it’s honestly hard to disagree with that statement. He’s a Player of the Year candidate with a whopping 25.9 points per game on 49% shooting from beyond the arc.


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Needless to say, the Huskies will have to bring their A-Game to contain a player of Dixon’s caliber. But if someone can crack the code, that’s most definitely coach Hurley.

NCAAB News: Dan Hurley reveals the toughest player to guard in college, and it's not Cooper Flagg

NCAAB News: Dan Hurley reveals the toughest player to guard in college, and it's not Cooper Flagg - Bolavip US

<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/cooper-flagg" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Cooper Flagg</a> just had one of his best games with the Duke Blue Devils. He had 19 points and grabbed ten rebounds in a lopsided win over the Pittsburgh Panthers.



Jon Scheyer’s team was always in control of the game. Nevertheless, Flagg was frustrated with his play after being called for an avoidable foul to start the second half.



Shortly after, he got a steal near the baseline, took the ball down the court, took off at the top of the key, and had one of the most impressive dunks we’ve seen in quite a while. When asked about it, he admitted that he was angry at himself.



<h2>Cooper Flagg was ‘angry’ before his dunk</h2>



<blockquote class="wp-block-quote">“I almost blanked out as soon as I jumped, and everything from that was just a flash,” Flagg said after the win. “I jumped, my mind went blank, and it all happened really fast. I was kind of down on myself for a stupid foul early in the second half. Definitely was a little angry and took it out on the rim.”</blockquote>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/en/full/BUS_20250108_BUS_308714_Cooper-Flagg-1024x576_1b59578a.webp&amp;width=1024&amp;height=576" alt="Cooper Flagg" class="wp-image-284788" srcset="https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/12/Cooper-Flagg-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/12/Cooper-Flagg-300x169.jpg 300w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/12/Cooper-Flagg-768x432.jpg 768w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/12/Cooper-Flagg-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/12/Cooper-Flagg-740x416.jpg 740w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/12/Cooper-Flagg-490x275.jpg 490w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/12/Cooper-Flagg-250x140.jpg 250w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/12/Cooper-Flagg.jpg 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure><figcaption>NCAA, College League, USA Basketball 2024: Seattle vs Duke NOV 29 November 29, 2024: Duke Blue Devils guard Cooper Flagg (2) catches a lob during the NCAA Basketball game between the Seattle Redhawks and the Duke Blue Devils at Cameron Indoor Stadium in Durham, North Carolina. Greg Atkins CSM </figcaption></figure>



Even though everybody was in awe after the emphatic dunk, Flagg wasn’t fazed. When asked to give it a score, the young forward stated that he would rate it an 8.5:



<blockquote class="wp-block-quote">“I haven’t seen it quite enough. Only saw the one angle so far. Right now, I’m putting it at 8.5 but that might change a little bit when I see a different angle,” Flagg said.</blockquote>


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Well, it seems like he’s going to have to watch the tape again. That dunk was one of the best in-game dunks we’ve seen in quite a while, and we’re not talking just about<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/college-basketball" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> college basketball</a>.

NCAAB News: Cooper Flagg has a brutally honest reaction to his 'angry' dunk

NCAAB News: Cooper Flagg has a brutally honest reaction to his 'angry' dunk - Bolavip US

The Duke Blue Devils needed <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/cooper-flagg" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Cooper Flagg </a>on Tuesday, but it seemed like he was going to sit for a while. He got into foul trouble with two quick fouls in the win vs. Virginia Tech.



Flagg was called for his second foul with 12:50 minutes left to play in the first half. Needless to say, coach Jon Scheyer was far from pleased with that, but he still trusted him to stay on the floor.



He ended up paying him back by scoring 24 points on 9-of-14 from the floor and 2-of-4 from beyond the arc. Eventually, the Blue Devils won 88-65, taking their record to 11-2 (3-0 in the ACC). Even so, Scheyer didn’t let him off the hook.



<h2>Jon Scheyer says he was mad at Cooper Flagg</h2>



<blockquote class="wp-block-quote">“I’m pretty aggressive. Unless something crazy (is going to happen), he’s gonna play,” Scheyer said of the star forward. “I was pissed at him for getting the second foul. To be honest that is a first problem, we need to make sure he doesn’t do that.”</blockquote>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/en/full/BUS_20250104_BUS_304762_John-Scheyer-1024x576_d5c6ed53.webp&amp;width=1024&amp;height=576" alt="John Scheyer" class="wp-image-278615" srcset="https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/11/John-Scheyer-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/11/John-Scheyer-300x169.jpg 300w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/11/John-Scheyer-768x432.jpg 768w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/11/John-Scheyer-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/11/John-Scheyer-740x416.jpg 740w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/11/John-Scheyer-490x275.jpg 490w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/11/John-Scheyer-250x140.jpg 250w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/11/John-Scheyer.jpg 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure><figcaption>Head coach Jon Scheyer of the Duke Blue Devils reacts during the game against the Wofford Terriers at Cameron Indoor Stadium on November 16, 2024 in Durham, North Carolina.</figcaption></figure>



Even so, the third-year coach also tipped his hat to his great player, especially since he continued to play strong defense even after being called for his second foul:



<blockquote class="wp-block-quote">“But even with two (fouls), I thought he did a really good job of still playing hard but yet not picking that foul. So you know more times than not, that’s were going to do,” the coach concluded.</blockquote>


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So far, the projected No. 1 pick in the 2025 NBA Draft has been excellent in Durham, averaging 16.9 points, 8.2 rebounds, 3.7 assists, 1.7 steals, and 1.2 blocks per game.

NCAAB News: Jon Scheyer admits he was 'pissed' at Cooper Flagg

NCAAB News: Jon Scheyer admits he was 'pissed' at Cooper Flagg - Bolavip US

Even though we haven’t seen <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/cooper-flagg" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Cooper Flagg</a> and the Duke Blue Devils take the court in quite a while now, they didn’t miss a beat in the USA TODAY Sports men’s <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/college-basketball" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">college basketball </a>coaches poll.



Jon Scheyer’s team continues to hold onto the No. 4 position in the nation. That was also the case with the top nine teams in the college basketball scene right now.



The Tennessee Volunteers, who have yet to lose a game after 12 contests, continue to lead the way, whereas the Auburn Tigers and Iowa State Cyclones round up the podium. Duke, however, stands alone in their conference.



<h2>Duke tops in Top 25 poll</h2>



<blockquote class="wp-block-quote">“In what’s become a bit of a theme for the 2024-25 season, Duke is still the only ACC team within the top 25. The Pittsburgh Panthers, North Carolina Tar Heels, and Clemson Tigers all received at least eight votes, but none of them cracked the five in the Receiving Votes category,” wrote Ryan Haley of Duke Wire.</blockquote>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/en/full/BUS_20241230_BUS_303225_GettyImages-2128478712-Bolavip-1024x576_4a2ba027.webp&amp;width=1024&amp;height=576" alt="Head coach Jon Scheyer of the Duke Blue Devils" class="wp-image-268979" srcset="https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/11/GettyImages-2128478712-Bolavip-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/11/GettyImages-2128478712-Bolavip-300x169.jpg 300w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/11/GettyImages-2128478712-Bolavip-768x432.jpg 768w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/11/GettyImages-2128478712-Bolavip-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/11/GettyImages-2128478712-Bolavip-740x416.jpg 740w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/11/GettyImages-2128478712-Bolavip-490x275.jpg 490w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/11/GettyImages-2128478712-Bolavip-250x140.jpg 250w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/11/GettyImages-2128478712-Bolavip.jpg 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure><figcaption>Head coach Jon Scheyer of the Duke Blue Devils watches from the bench in the Elite 8 round of the NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament against the North Carolina State Wolfpack at American Airlines Center on March 31, 2024 in Dallas, Texas.</figcaption></figure>



The Blue Devils are riding high right now. They’ve won six games in a row, and they will square off vs. Virginia Tech on Tuesday for a chance to make it seven in a row.


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Jon Scheyer’s team continues to build off their defense, allowing just 58.5 points per game. Flagg, on the other hand, is shining with averages of over 16 points, almost nine rebounds, 1.5 steals, and 1.3 blocks per contest.

NCAAB News: Cooper Flagg's Duke stay in AP top 5

NCAAB News: Cooper Flagg's Duke stay in AP top 5 - Bolavip US

For most of this high school career, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/cooper-flagg" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Cooper Flagg</a><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/cooper-flagg" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> </a>was penciled in as the best prospect in his class. Now, with him dominating in <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/college-basketball" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">college basketball</a> with the Duke Blue Devils, that continues to be the case for the most part.



However, with other players surging around college hoops and more tape available, some are starting to question whether Flagg is actually the undisputed alpha dog in his class. 



Notably, that includes former NBA All-Star Gilbert Arenas. In the latest edition of his podcast, the controversial pundit claimed that Flagg would be better suited as the second or third pick.



<h2>Gilbert Arenas says Cooper Flagg is his ‘second or third’ option</h2>



<blockquote class="wp-block-quote">“Like, he’s my second or third option,” Arenas said. “If I’m demanding, if I’m telling him to be the next type of GOAT guy that we’re gonna feed our offense through, I don’t… I can’t see it right now.”</blockquote>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/en/full/BUS_20241228_BUS_301981_Gilbert-Arenas-1024x576_13766c49.webp&amp;width=1024&amp;height=576" alt="Head coach Gilbert Arenas of the Enemies runs out during introductions against the Trilogy during BIG3 Week Six at Comerica Center on July 23, 2022 in Frisco, Texas." class="wp-image-253259" srcset="https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/10/Gilbert-Arenas-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/10/Gilbert-Arenas-300x169.jpg 300w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/10/Gilbert-Arenas-768x432.jpg 768w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/10/Gilbert-Arenas-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/10/Gilbert-Arenas.jpg 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure><figcaption>Head coach Gilbert Arenas of the Enemies runs out during introductions against the Trilogy during BIG3 Week Six at Comerica Center on July 23, 2022 in Frisco, Texas.</figcaption></figure>



Some were expecting to see a little more from Flagg so far. Even so, the Blue Devils are stacked with talent, and they admittedly don’t want to run everything through him.


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There’s a strong case to be made for him to be the first-overall pick, and most NBA scouts seem to agree. Even so, the picture will get clearer as that date gets closer.

NCAAB News: Former NBA star warns teams not to draft Cooper Flagg at No. 1

NCAAB News: Former NBA star warns teams not to draft Cooper Flagg at No. 1 - Bolavip US

For years, fans have berated the fact that high school players can no longer go directly into the NBA. We saw that happen in the past over and over, but it’s been a while since that happened.



The league has shown no desire to go back to the old ways. They still want players to spend at least one year in college or be removed from high school before being eligible.



That’s why Jeff Teague believes it’s a big waste of time. In the latest edition of his podcast, the former All-Star claimed that some players were ready for the pros already.



<h2>Jeff Teague calls college a ‘waste of time’</h2>



<blockquote class="wp-block-quote">“Some guys like Cooper Flagg, I just feel like they should’ve been able to go out of high school. Like, Ace Bailey should’ve been able to go out of high school. Some of these guys, college is not really benefiting them,” Teague argued.</blockquote>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/en/full/BUS_20241228_BUS_302001_cooper-flagg1-1024x576_b3e9ee9b.webp&amp;width=1024&amp;height=576" alt="cooper flagg" class="wp-image-279675" srcset="https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/11/cooper-flagg1-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/11/cooper-flagg1-300x169.jpg 300w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/11/cooper-flagg1-768x432.jpg 768w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/11/cooper-flagg1-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/11/cooper-flagg1-740x416.jpg 740w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/11/cooper-flagg1-490x275.jpg 490w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/11/cooper-flagg1-250x140.jpg 250w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/11/cooper-flagg1.jpg 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure><figcaption>Cooper Flagg #2 of the Duke Blue Devils reacts after a dunk against the Lincoln Lions</figcaption></figure>



<blockquote class="wp-block-quote">“You look at a kid like AJ Dybantsa. He getting $7 million for one year, and I think he cold. So I think he gonna go to BYU and have a heck of a year, but he don’t really need to go there,” he added.</blockquote>


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At the end of the day, it takes more than just skill to thrive in the NBA. And while we’ve seen players like Dwight Howard, Kobe Bryant, or LeBron James thrive right out of high school, most young players are still raw and need more polishing.

NCAAB News: Former NBA star re-ignites college debate with Cooper Flagg and Ace Bailey

NCAAB News: Former NBA star re-ignites college debate with Cooper Flagg and Ace Bailey - Bolavip US

The Duke Blue Devils got an early Christmas gift. <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/cooper-flagg" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Cooper Flagg</a>, the No. 1 recruit in the nation, committed to play for them last season, choosing them over multiple blue-collar programs.



The early returns have been remarkable. Even though some have been disappointed with his three-point shooting, he’s still been a great all-around player for Jon Scheyer’s team.



Of course, being the biggest name on campus, he was the target of countless ads and posts for the Holiday season. One of them, however, wasn’t happy at all, as he recalled the time his brother broke the dirt bike he had just gotten as a present.



<h2>Cooper Flagg recalls his worst Christmas story</h2>



<blockquote class="wp-block-quote">“My older brother broke it because he was too big and sat on it and broke the tire. That was sad, but it was fun while it lasted,” he told Duke’s social media department.</blockquote>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/en/full/BUS_20241226_BUS_301025_Cooper-Flagg-1024x576_69159275.webp&amp;width=1024&amp;height=576" alt="Cooper Flagg" class="wp-image-284788" srcset="https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/12/Cooper-Flagg-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/12/Cooper-Flagg-300x169.jpg 300w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/12/Cooper-Flagg-768x432.jpg 768w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/12/Cooper-Flagg-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/12/Cooper-Flagg-740x416.jpg 740w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/12/Cooper-Flagg-490x275.jpg 490w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/12/Cooper-Flagg-250x140.jpg 250w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/12/Cooper-Flagg.jpg 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure><figcaption>NCAA, College League, USA Basketball 2024: Seattle vs Duke NOV 29 November 29, 2024: Duke Blue Devils guard Cooper Flagg (2) catches a lob during the NCAA Basketball game between the Seattle Redhawks and the Duke Blue Devils at Cameron Indoor Stadium in Durham, North Carolina. Greg Atkins CSM </figcaption></figure>



Well, if that’s the worst thing one can remember of his childhood, then that person has had a pretty good life so far. And it’s only going to get much better for him.


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Flagg is still slated to be the first-overall pick in the NBA Draft, and even if that’s not the case, it’s safe to say that he’ll have more than enough money to buy as many dirt bikes as he wants.

NCAAB News: Cooper Flagg makes 'sad' admission about Christmas present

NCAAB News: Cooper Flagg makes 'sad' admission about Christmas present - Bolavip US

For years, NBA scouts have deemed <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/cooper-flagg" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Cooper Flagg</a> as the undisputed first-overall pick in the upcoming edition of the NBA Draft. The Duke product was viral long before committing to the Blue Devils.



Flagg has been solid for the most part during his first — and most likely only — season in<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/college-basketball" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> college basketball</a>. Even so, others are starting to have second thoughts about him.



According to NBA Draft expert Nic Thomas, scouts don’t feel like he’s the clear-cut best player in the nation right now, with Rutgers star Dylan Harper taking that spot.



<h2>Scout says Dylan Harper will be the No. 1 pick</h2>



<blockquote class="wp-block-quote">“Cooper is an awesome prospect. Almost any other year he’d go number one. However, a guy like Dylan’s Harper is far more likely to go first,” the scout reportedly said.</blockquote>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/en/full/BUS_20241223_BUS_299100_Dylan-Harper-1024x576_6e1c1d32.webp&amp;width=1024&amp;height=576" alt="Dylan Harper" class="wp-image-285819" srcset="https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/12/Dylan-Harper-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/12/Dylan-Harper-300x169.jpg 300w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/12/Dylan-Harper-768x432.jpg 768w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/12/Dylan-Harper-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/12/Dylan-Harper-740x416.jpg 740w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/12/Dylan-Harper-490x275.jpg 490w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/12/Dylan-Harper-250x140.jpg 250w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/12/Dylan-Harper.jpg 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure><figcaption>Dylan Harper #2 of the Rutgers Scarlet Knights celebrates defeating Notre Dame Fighting Irish 85-84 in overtime of their game during the Players Era Festival basketball tournament at MGM Grand Garden Arena on November 26, 2024 in Las Vegas, Nevada.</figcaption></figure>



Notably, he’s not the only one who feels that way. If anything, Thomas also believes that Flagg isn’t the best player in this class, and his choice would be Ace Bailey instead:



<blockquote class="wp-block-quote">“I’m the same. Cooper is not going to be first on my next board, but he will be higher than Harper,” Thomas told another fan who responded to his story. “Ace is still my number one.”</blockquote>


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There’s still plenty of basketball to be played this season, so scouts might not feel the same way a couple of months from now. For now, it seems like there will be a big race to the top.