Overview
- The Mavericks ruled Cooper Flagg out Friday against the Grizzlies, marking his sixth consecutive absence and 10th game missed this season.
- Flagg is also out Sunday versus the Thunder, and Jason Kidd said he will "probably not" be ready by Tuesday’s road opener in Charlotte.
- The rookie was seen in a walking boot during the All-Star break, has since shed it and done on-court work, and is listed day-to-day.
- Flagg’s absence has tightened the Rookie of the Year race, giving Charlotte’s Kon Knueppel an opening to gain ground.
- Hoops Rumors notes league speculation about a possible season shutdown to protect Flagg’s long-term health, which the team has not confirmed.