Cooper Flagg had highs and lows in his first Summer League game which is to be expected. However, USA Today believes for the Mavericks to be good, Flagg must learn the hard way in the Summer League.

Cooper Flagg strolled into UNLV’s Thomas and Mack Center at 4:17 p.m. for his Summer League debut, wearing Dallas Mavericks gear, bright white New Balance shoes, and an emotionless look on his face as he passed through security.

The No. 1 pick in last month’s draft scores 10 points in 32 minutes and blocks a shot that leads to the game-winning 3-pointer as Dallas edges the Lakers, 87-85. Cole Swider has 22 points and 10