Top overall draft pick Cooper Flagg put on a show in his second NBA Summer League game, scoring an impressive 31 points for the Dallas Mavericks, but his standout performance wasn’t enough to secure a win as the Mavericks lost 76–69 to the San Antonio Spurs on Saturday night in Las Vegas.
Flagg, who struggled in his Summer League debut, bounced back with authority—displaying his elite scoring ability, smooth footwork, and competitive edge. He added 4 rebounds to his stat line and was a constant threat on both ends of the floor.
However, the Spurs’ balanced team effort, led by No. 2 overall pick Dylan Harper and bench standout David Jones-Garcia, proved too much for Dallas. Harper contributed 16 points, 6 rebounds, 2 assists, and 2 steals in just 20 minutes of action, while Jones-Garcia came off the bench to lead San Antonio with 21 points.
📊 Final Score:
- San Antonio Spurs – 76
- Dallas Mavericks – 69
The Spurs took control early, outscoring the Mavericks 21–11 in the first quarter and maintaining their lead with a dominant third quarter. Dallas struggled with shooting, managing just 35% from the field and 23% from three-point range, while the Spurs shot a more efficient 41.5% overall and an impressive 93% from the free-throw line.
Despite the loss, Flagg’s breakout performance reaffirmed why Dallas made him the No. 1 overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft. The 19-year-old forward is already drawing praise from analysts and coaches for his maturity, skill set, and poise under pressure.
With more Summer League action ahead, all eyes will remain on Flagg as he continues to adjust to the NBA and lead the Mavericks’ young core.
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