Overview
- Flagg said he will not enter the Slam Dunk Contest, calling himself more of an in‑game dunker and questioning whether he could really compete.
- He downplayed the 3‑Point Contest as well, suggesting teammates Max Christie and Klay Thompson as better candidates.
- DeMarcus Cousins said on Run It Back that labeling Flagg a top‑25 player is a flat‑out lie, while noting the 18‑year‑old’s strong potential.
- The rookie posted 26 points, 10 rebounds, eight assists and three steals in a recent loss to the Jazz, saying he feels more confident with his three‑point shot.
- Flagg is averaging 19.1 points, 6.6 rebounds and 4.3 assists, is the only rookie among 40 players receiving All‑Star votes, ranks 16th in the West with 236,182 votes, and has discussed the All‑Star experience with Anthony Davis.