Cooper Flagg’s first game as a Dallas Maverick
Basketball is finally back for fans of the Dallas Mavericks as the team faces off in a primetime game Thursday evening against the Los Angeles Lakers. It’s the debut of Cooper Flagg, the recent number one overall draft pick. Dallas last saw the court as part of the NBA Play-In where they were waxed by the Memphis Grizzlies. The Lakers last saw the court against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Though the players are different, this matchup should provide fireworks for all involved.
- WHO: Dallas Mavericks vs Los Angeles Lakers
- WHAT: The first game of Las Vegas Summer League for the Dallas Mavericks
- WHERE: Thomas & Mack Center, Las Vegas, Nevada
- WHEN: 7:00 p.m. CST
- HOW: ESPN
The injury report… well, there isn’t one. It’s Summer League. But, as far as we know, everyone we’re interested in playing should suit up and get minutes. As far as what we’re looking for, you can read Tyler Edsel’s power ranking of Dallas players. David Trink also has this post here about three players he wants to see this weekend.
Having Ryan Nembhard as point is going to make a big difference in the quality of the game, but seeing Flagg as the play initiator is worth paying close attention to. I’m pretty excited about seeing Dallas basketball again; anything resembling good play will be a bonus.
Josh and I will have a live show shortly after the game and I’ll be writing a recap. We’re bound to have other content too, so check back with Mavs Moneyball tonight and tomorrow. Thanks for hanging out, let’s go Mavericks. hanks for hangin