Cooper Flagg, the former Duke star and one of the NBA’s biggest young talents, just got even bigger. On Friday, at Dallas Mavericks Media Day, Flagg dropped a bombshell: he’s grown a full inch since his rookie season. The kid officially stands at 6-foot-10 without shoes.
Those Aren’t Just Growth Pains, That’s Raw Power
Talk about a glow-up! Flagg confirmed he was listed at 6-foot-10 in his physical yesterday, a solid bump from his 6-foot-9 measurement last year. There were whispers he hit 6-foot-11, but Flagg clarified, saying, “Not very accurate. I’m 6’10”. I got listed in my physical yesterday; I’m 6’10” with no shoes.” He even joked, “I was like 6’9″ last year, so definitely taller. So maybe, I mean no shoes, maybe I’m 6’11”. I don’t know.” It’s wild to think he was just 6-foot-7.75 without shoes at the NBA Draft Combine. He’s only 19 years old, heading into his second season, so growing still isn’t unheard of. But this isn’t just a kid stretching out; this is a serious advantage on the court.
That Extra Inch Means A Whole New Game
This added height isn’t just a fun fact, it’s a game-changer for Flagg. He could become an absolute nightmare matchup on both ends of the court. Defensively, he was already a beast, capable of guarding multiple positions. Now, with that extra inch and as he keeps adding strength, imagine him better equipped to handle bigger players, even centers. That’s a huge boost for the Mavericks. Offensively, that extra size is pure gravy. It means shooting over defenders becomes easier, finishing through traffic gets less contested, and seeing passing lanes over the defense opens up a whole new dimension to his playmaking. Flagg came into the league with a rare blend of size, skill, and versatility. His rookie year proved all the hype was real. Now, standing 6-foot-10 barefoot, likely 6-foot-11 in shoes, he’s just amplified an already imposing physical profile for his sophomore season.
It’s Cooper Flagg’s second season, and he’s already adding to his arsenal. The league needs to pay attention. The Mavericks are about to unleash an even taller, scarier version of their young star. What’s next for this kid? We’ll be watching every move.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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