In the Associated Press Sports Editors national contest, he. By Greg Levinsky Globe correspondent, Updated July 6, 2022, 12:39 p. MAINE, USA — Cooper Flagg, the consensus top player in the 2024 recruiting class, said Thursday that his focus is on the tragedy of a mass shooting in his home state of Maine, an indication that an announcement on where he will play college basketball could be delayed. 7 assists, 6. FILE - Montverde's Cooper Flagg plays against La Lumiere during a high school basketball game at the Hoophall Classic, Saturday, Jan. 20, a return trip to Durham for the. 7 assists, and 6. All that's left in Cooper Flagg's recruiting process is for the nation's top-ranked basketball recruit to make a college decision. by: Jack Pilgrim • 07/22/22. His 38-point, 16-rebound, 12-block and 6-assist outburst on Thursday was among the most epic Peach Jam performances in a long time, and he followed that up Saturday with 37 points, 12 rebounds and. 7 assists, shooting 37% for. 1 player in the country, discussed his recent UConn visit and previewed his upcoming visit to Duke with 247Sports at the Border League. 9 blocks and 1. J. 4 3-point percentage; 83. Cooper Flagg, the No. Flagg averaged 25. Cooper Flagg, the No. The Latest. Across the two-day showcase in Memphis, Cooper Flagg averaged 27. ) Academy forward Cooper Flagg took Nike Peach Jam by storm. Cooper Flagg, arguably the best prospect in high school basketball, announced Friday he is reclassifying from 2025 into the 2024 class - leaving him as the new favorite to be the No. Montverde won 88-53. We saw it more recently with LeBron James. The rising. Five-star power forward Cooper Flagg is without question one of the top two players in the nation in the class of 2025 alongside five-star PF Cameron Boozer. Montverde has produced a number of NBA players who went on to be selected at or near the top of their draft, including reigning MVP Joel Embiid and former No. m. Flagg, 16, a 6-foot-10 American basketball prospect — arguably the best high school prospect in the country — announced on social media Friday that he has reclassified from 2025 to 2024, making him eligible to enter the 2025 NBA draft. 22 at 10 AM. 1 high school basketball prospect in the 2024 class, will announce his college decision this week between his finalists, Duke and UConn. Following his decision, he retained his spot as No. Cooper Flagg is 1st freshman to be named Maine’s best boys basketball player. Montverde Academy (Fla. The 16-year-old averaged 25. 1 pick in the 2025. Cooper Flagg, the nation’s consensus top player in the 2024 recruiting class, announced Monday that he will play his college basketball at Duke. We’d be curious to see a box score and find out. Stats. By. Stu. There has been a lot of talk about Duke target Cooper Flagg of course. Former Celtics center (and current Boston broadcaster) Brian Scalabrine shared via Heavy’s Sean Deveney that Flagg, while at Tatum’s camp, beat Phoenix Suns star Bradley Beal one-on-one. . Event Details. His first pick yesterday came on a first-and-goal from the Bengals’ 8-yard line with the Niners trailing 17–10. Cooper Flagg is #32. The 6-foot-8 wing is one of five Five Star Plus+ players in the 2025 class. NBA. 1 high school prospect in the Class of 2024, is closing on his college decision “very quickly. He is the top-ranked player in New Jersey and the second-best recruit in the 2024 recruiting class according to 247Sports . Q&A: 2025 star Cooper Flagg sits down with KSR to talk recruiting. He finished with 52 PTS (16-18 FG), 12 REB, 2 AST 🔥Subscribe to SLAM HS for your daily 🔥 around hi. Cooper Flagg (born December 21, 2006) is an American basketball player who currently attends Montverde Academy. Kevin Sweeney. 4 steals, and 2. Probably not the case for UConn, UNC, Kentucky and Kansas fans. Monteverde's Cooper Flagg #32 in action against Sunrise Christian during a high school basketball game at the Hoophall Classic, Monday, January 16, 2023, in Springfield, MA. 1 pick in the. Players. November 15, 2023 by Sam Canfield October 2, 2023. 0 assists per game at Montverde. Flagg, a 6-foot-8, 195-pound senior forward from Montverde (Florida) Academy, also will make campus visits to Duke and UConn,. — Cooper Flagg is cool with letting you form your own opinion. His commitment to Duke offers plenty of hope to Blue Devils fans, but Flagg himself. 1 player in the country, and the Jayhawks are right in the thick of it to land him. 1 pick in the 2025 NBA Draft. ) product in 2018, is a pure joy to watch. ORLANDO — After a week of games and drills, the NBPA top 100 concluded on Saturday after 110 of the nation’s most talented high school basketball players competed in front of. It happened again in the early 1960’s with a young Lew Alcindor. Cooper Flagg and AJ Dybantsa, two of the top high school basketball players in the country and two of New England’s brightest young stars in recent memory, will square off as headliners for the. Oct 20, 2023; Durham, NC, USA; Duke Blue Devils recruit Cooper Flagg during Countdown to Craziness at Cameron Indoor Stadium. Cooper Flagg, the nation’s consensus top player in the 2024 recruiting class, announced Monday that he will play his college basketball at Duke. Round 1 Top 10. Cooper Flagg, the Duke basketball recruiting powerhouse's first perfect-rating prize since RJ Barrett and fellow Montverde Academy (Fla. 30, that he will play his college basketball at Duke. Flagg dominated the 16-year-old group at the Nike EYBL Peach Jam in Atlanta this month, leading Maine to a 4-0 record in pool play, and six straight wins. 1 overall picks Cade Cunningham and Ben Simmons. I was able to live scout two of Flagg’s games in Cumberland, Maryland, at the Bob Kirk Invitational this weekend. Flagg concluded his visit to Duke on Friday after a stop at UConn in September. 2 in. His commitment to Duke offers plenty of hope to Blue Devils fans, but Flagg himself. The first player to ever commit on our cover. Right Now. His "dream offer" from the Blue Devils arrived in May 2022, placing. Cooper Flagg, UConn's targeted recruit, made an official visit to Hartford this past weekend. About Press Copyright Contact us Creators Advertise Developers Terms Privacy Policy & Safety How YouTube works Test new features NFL Sunday Ticket Press Copyright. Cooper Flagg Drops INSANE 52 POINTS At Nike EYBL In Atlanta full game highlights!Subscribe to Showtime Films for your daily 🔥 around high school basketball:. OTE offers the world's most talented basketball players a better pathway to becoming professional athletes. Cooper Flagg is alone at the top of the high school basketball recruiting scene, according to a new ranking from ESPN. Flagg was the No. Who is Cooper. 1 prospect in the class of 2024, recently made a recruiting visit to UConn. Iowa and head men’s basketball coach. 1 high school basketball recruit in the country, has committed to Duke. Cooper Flagg, the top prospect in high school basketball and the favorite to be the No. At 6-foot-8, Flagg does a bit of everything – crashes the boards, handles the ball when needed, and can score. Krysten Peek sits down with one of the top players in the 2025 high school class. Browse Getty Images' premium collection of high-quality,. Flagg finished four assists away from a quadruple-double. Huggins and assistants Josh Eilert and DerMarr Johnson were in attendance Friday night at the Metro Classic at Kean University when Flagg and. 1:20. The 16-year-old made a recent appearance at Nike's Peach Jam event, where his draft stock only rose. While Cooper’s decision remains anybody’s guess, it is clear that UConn may have an ace up its sleeve in Donovan Clingan’s connection to the Flagg family. Flagg, not even a freshman in high school yet, proved to be the real deal. S. Texas joins Duke, Villanova, UConn and UCLA on his. The five-star small forward at Montverde Academy (Fla. Flagg’s visit to UConn came with surprisingly little social-media fanfare. 1 high school basketball prospect in the 2024 class, will announce his college decision this week between his finalists, Duke and UConn. Cooper Flagg ABSOLUTELY DOMINATED game one of EYBL Session 4 Today! Flagg Finished with 27 Points 17 Rebounds 11 Assists & 4 Blocks in a matchup between Main. Duke basketball's top recruiting target, five-star Cooper Flagg, is an exceptional specimen, evident in packaged highlights that SLAM released on Thursday. Read In App. Jon Scheyer has offered three players in the Class of 2025 and all three seem destined to be Duke basketball players. Flagg averaged 25. On Jan. ESPN NBA draft expert Jonathan Givony explains how Friday's news could impact Flagg's professional career and the 2025 and 2026 NBA drafts. Fran McCaffery. Flagg’s rapid development has even caught the eye of Boston Celtics superstar forward Jayson Tatum. 20-22. Cooper Flagg has committed to play college basketball at Duke, he announced Monday. Cooper Flagg, the Duke basketball recruiting powerhouse's first perfect-rating prize since RJ Barrett and fellow Montverde Academy (Fla. 1 recruit in the Class of 2024, and UConn Huskies star center Donovan Clingan share a special bond as their mothers both played together on the University of. Cooper Flagg, the country’s top-ranked high school prospect in the recruiting class of 2024, will make an official visit to Kansas during the upcoming school year, 247sports. Wed, Jul 5, 2023 · 4 min read. 7 assists per. ) product in 2018, is a. His basketball IQ and maturity for a 15-year-old are truly something special. Check out 16-year old Cooper Flagg. Oct. His instincts are off the charts on both ends of the floor and he competes with a quiet type of killer instinct. Published: Jul. 2 assists, 3. Flagg, 16, is 6-foot-8 and about to enter his junior year at Montverde Academy. One of the most most exciting young prospects in the world is now a year closer to the NBA and will likely slot into the No. TheyThe entire college basketball world is ready for Cooper Flagg to announce his college decision. Cooper Flagg was on full display this summer, playing for his Maine United team on Nike’s EYBL E16 Circuit. 8 blocks and 5. , and the Flagg twins’ hometown team of Nokomis will take on Cony at 5:30 p. Cooper Flagg remains No. 0:04. Maine native Cooper Flagg is shining in his first season with national powerhouse Montverde Academy (Fla. Flagg took. 14, 2023, in Springfield, Mass. 0 rebounds, 2. Cooper Flagg's recruitment is starting to take shape. 2 overall prospect and No. The 6-foot-7-inch freshman phenom from Nokomis Regional High School in Newport has been reaping the benefits of. Flagg is an elite prospect. 2 blocks in less than 18 minutes per game for Florida’s Montverde Academy (originally from Maine). At the Bob Kirk Invitational, they played Cumberland (MD). Cooper Flagg, a 6-foot-7 wing, became the first freshman to be named Gatorade Player of the Year for either boys or girls basketball in Maine history and was the top choice on the 2022 Bangor. 2 prospect in the class of 2025, behind Cameron Boozer. In one game. 0 rebounds, 2. 1 recruit, commits to Duke basketball. Kelly Flagg, a Blue Devils fan, said she used to dress him and twin brother, Ace, also a Division I prospect, in onesies – Cooper in Duke’s royal blue, Ace in the University of North Carolina. . 1 high school basketball prospect in the Class of 2024, is expected to announce his college decision this week, Montverde Academy coach Kevin Boyle said by phone. 0 rebounds, 5. Duke basketball recruiting target Cooper Flagg had a nostalgic photoshoot at UConn. 2. Follow Us On Social Media!Twitter: Flagg, the nation's top-ranked recruit in 2024, appears to have narrowed his list of schools down to Duke and Connecticut. . Cooper Flagg ended months of speculation by committing to Duke on Oct. Jul 21, 2022. 9 free throw percentage;Flagg, listed at 6-foot-8 and 195 pounds, attends Montverde Academy. Cooper Flagg, who returned home Saturday to accept his 2021-22 Gatorade Player of the Year honor, is no less a piece of basketball in the state of Maine than he was a year ago, Mike Mandell writes. Under-17 team in preparation for the FIBA World Cup. Position Small Forward. Scalabrine invited Cooper Flagg to the gym where he plays to see for himself. Cooper Flagg is a junior at Montverde Academy in Montverde, Fla. Flagg had only planned three visits: UConn, which he made Sept. Volume 5 of the SLAM Summer Classic went down at Rucker Park last night! It really might have been the best one yet. WVU 2025 five-star target Cooper Flagg put up great performances during his seven games at Peach Jam this week. Cooper Flagg is a junior at Montverde Academy in Montverde, Fla. 8 blocks per game, the latter stat. 0 rebounds, 5. 9 blocks per game, despite being more than a year younger than most of the players he faced. Maine United s Cooper Flagg looks to make a pass during a fast break against Team Indy Head during the Nike EYBL Session 4 on May 27, 2023 at Memphis Sports and Events Center in Memphis, Tenn. Class of 2025 small forward Cooper Flagg earned a scholarship offer from UCLA men's basketball on Wednesday. 1 high school basketball prospect in the Class of 2024, has ended his recruitment the way pretty much everyone expected it would: by. 5 blocks per game during the regular season was 1. Flagg, a 6-foot-8 forward, will reportedly be making official visits to Kansas Oct. About Press Copyright Contact us Creators Advertise Developers Terms Privacy Policy & Safety How YouTube works Test new features NFL Sunday Ticket Press Copyright. 2 blocks and 4. The most anticipated commitment in the 2024 class finally came on Monday, with Cooper Flagg -- the best prospect in high school basketball and the heavy favorite. Flagg, the most-prized recruit in the nation among. 4 steals. He. ) combo forward Cooper Flagg, who ranks No. 1 pick in the. ) senior and prime Duke basketball target Cooper Flagg kicks off his official visits with a trip to reigning national champion UConn beginning Friday. Cooper Flagg is only 16, but already he is showing he is the best American basketball prospect in a decade. Ace Flagg is #45 and Duke commit Sean Stewart is #13. The 6-foot-9 small forward. Cooper Flagg is a junior at Montverde Academy in Montverde, Fla. Mike Woodson's assistant coaches for the Indiana men's basketball team were seen watching Cooper Flagg at Nike's EYBL Peach Jam, the No. 7 assists, 6. J. 8points, 12. RWE Basketball. 9 blocks per game; 5. Flagg, listed at 6-foot-8 and 195 pounds, attends Montverde Academy. According to ESPN, Flagg is the No. 0 rebounds, 5. Eric Bossi Jan 23rd, 11:28 AM. Over the past couple days we learned Texas’ basketball team is pursuing one of the most coveted recruits in high school basketball. Cooper Flagg has used Peach Jam to put the world on notice: he’s on the way. 2 overall on the 247Sports 2025 Composite, has not named finalists in his recruitment or evenCooper Flagg was a well-known name before he arrived on the high school scene, but he became the first-ever freshman to be selected as Maine's Gatorade Player of the Year. The itinerary isn’t clear yet, but the staff often brings recruits to a UConn football game. Cooper Flagg, a 6-foot-7-inch wing who has been ranked among the top players nationally in the Class of 2025, led the way, averaging 20. Good luck the rest of Peach Jam. Steve Wiseman has covered Duke athletics since 2010 for the Durham Herald-Sun and Raleigh News & Observer. Cooper Flagg threw down the thunderous dunk on an opponent in Montverde’s season opener 101-28 victory over Umatilla on Tuesday, staring down the player for a quick second before turning around. In case the jaw-dropping moves, highlight reel dunks, and triple-doubles at Nike’s EYBL Peach Jam weren’t enough to elevate the young legacy of Duke basketball recruit Cooper Flagg, what he did over the weekend in New York City should do the trick. 5 at the Cross Arena, Montverde Academy (Florida) will take on Gonzaga Prep (District of Columbia) at 7:30 p. Case in point: Flagg dropped 52 points on 16-of-18 shooting in his first game Friday night. Flagg's visit to UConn was "positive. 4 points, 13 rebounds, 5. 2-ranked prospect in the high school boys basketball recruiting class of 2025 — on Monday night. 1 player in that class by national recruiting. 8 points, 5. With the buzz enveloping Cooper Flagg's name hitting a crescendo following his summer eruption on the EYBL circuit, the Montverde Academy (FL) forward is planning to make UConn one of his official visits this fall. 5. Countdown to Craziness has come and gone and a good time was had by. “I heard a rumor that my boy Cooper Flagg was at Jayson Tatum’s camp, and he was busting Brad Beal 1-on-1, and Brad Beal got mad at him. 239,465 likes. Cooper Flagg commits to Duke University and is on the cover of SLAM 247. 22-24, Kansas and Duke on Oct. 1 player in the Class of 2024, is beginning the first of his three scheduled official visits this weekend with a trip to Connecticut to see the defending National Champion UConn Huskies. Cooper Flagg, the No. Cooper Flagg, arguably the best prospect in high school basketball, announced Friday he is reclassifying from 2025 into the 2024 class -- making him the. 1 basketball recruit in the Class of 2024, is expected to announce his college decision this week, basketball insider Adam Zagoria reported for Forbes on Wednesday. Head coach Dan Hurley has a typical itinerary he uses on recruits when they travel to Storrs during the fall but there is an interesting. Schedule. Despite Flagg's gaudy numbers, Maine United has struggled to string together wins during the summer circuit as it finished the Nike EYBL 16U regular season with a record of 9-8 and narrowly earned a Peach Jam bid. His highlights are insane. Cooper Flagg’s NBA debut can now come sooner than anticipated. 1 pick in the 2025. Montverde Academy (Fla. 1-rated recruit in 2024 and the projected No. Cooper Flagg reclassifies, will be 2024's No. Flagg took an official visit to UConn the weekend of Feb. The five-star, Class of 2025 prospect has been doing special things on the basketball court for a hot second, but the full scope of. Cooper Flagg scouting report Flagg is a 6-8, 200-pound forward who is comfortable playing in the paint or on the perimeter. Cooper and Ace Flagg came to Nokomis Regional High School with incredible statewide attention that’s rarely seen in Maine high school sports. He’s not rushing to his phone at night after a slate full of games at the Nike Peach Jam. 25. Cooper Flagg has unofficial visit with Duke basketball Cooper Flagg made waves Aug. Flagg chose the Blue Devils over. Cooper Flagg is the latest top-ranked recruit to commit to Duke basketball, joining the likes of Kyrie Irving, Jayson Tatum and Zion Williamson. Credit: BDN Composite by Leela Stockley. Flagg made headlines frequently while averaging 9. Cooper Flagg of Newport. com has spoken highly of Flagg’s ball-handling, shot-blocking and all-around playmaking ability. The Maine native is the No. Stu. 7 assists in the tournament, leading his team to a 4-0 stretch in group. According. His decision, announced on social media in conjunction. 8points, 12. Michael G. 4rebounds, 5. Cooper Flagg, the country’s top-ranked high school prospect in the recruiting class of 2024, will make an official visit to Kansas during the upcoming school year, 247sports. A. November 16, 2023 Oregon, Recruiting. Cooper Flagg leads Maine United advances to the E16 PEACH JAM SEMIS in double OT thriller . Jamie ShawTerry Stackhouse. 1 pick in the 2025. Outside of Cam…A major Duke basketball recruit seems to be begging to be a Blue Devil. By DORIAN ALERTE & ADAM ZAGORIA UNION, N. Oct 30, 2023. All that appears left now is his decision: UConn or Duke. A 6-8 freshman from Maine is the nation’s third-ranked basketball prospect in the Class of 2025. It isn’t hyperbole to suggest his decision could very well decide which program. The 2025 NBA Draft is still more than 18 months away, but Flagg is set to enter Duke as the projected No. Five-star forward Cooper Flagg, who ranks as the No. Updated September 10, 2023 8:58 PM. The visit to UConn was "positive," according to Flagg's coach at Montverde Academy in Florida. Bradley Beal Allegedly Had Heated One-on-One Battle With High School Phenom Cooper Flagg. He's continuing along. A North Carolina champion keeps praising a major Duke basketball recruit. After all, Barrett's 22. 5 assists, 5. . Flagg is projected by some to be the No. He's a fluid and coordinated athlete who can already create his own shot. Cooper Flagg Highlights. 7 assists and 6. Both point to second-year Blue Devil head coach Jon Scheyer and his gang prevailing, with each pick. Duke men's basketball landed ESPN's top recruit in the class of 2024 on Monday when five-star forward Cooper Flagg announced his commitment via Slam. Video Duration: 1:38. Status Signed Duke 10/30/2023. 1 player in his class. 4 when he posted photos of himself on social media, wearing a Blue Devil jersey days after an unofficial visit. The most anticipated commitment in the 2024 class finally came on Monday, with Cooper Flagg-- the best prospect in high school basketball and the heavy favorite to be the No. Top-50 prospect Vyctorius Miller commits to Oregon. October 18, 2023 by NBA Draft Room. While Dybantsa was balling out at the 17-and-under showcase, Maine’s Cooper Flagg was turning heads at the E16 level. 4 steals in mere 32-minute games — the 6-foot-8, 200-pound five. Cooper Flagg, the top college basketball prospect in the class of 2024,. ”. His decision, announced on social media in. JWPlayer. Cooper Flagg, the top basketball recruit in the Class of 2024, is nearing his college decision. School Montverde Academy. . 4 rebounds, 3. RELATED: List of. Cooper Flagg, AJ Dybantsa and Cameron Boozer are three of the elite prospects that highlighted the competition. He's a fluid and coordinated athlete who can already create his own shot. 919-419-6671. 2. 0. Steve Wiseman. 0 rebounds per game; 6. Cooper Flagg is a recipient of the prestigious 5-star award, a testament to his exceptional talents, achievements, and contributions. His 4. 1-ranked recruit with offers from Duke, Kansas, UConn and others Flagg, a five-star power forward, is positioning himself to be eligible for the 2025. Montverde Academy (Fla. Nokomis High School's Cooper Flagg takes the ball to the hoop during the Maine Class A boys basketball championship game at the Cross Insurance Arena in Portland on Saturday, March 5, 2022. … See more2 Five-star Montverde (Fla. North Augusta, S. Flagg, 16, a 6-foot-10 American basketball prospect — arguably the best high school prospect in the country — announced on. The 6-foot-9 small forward from Maine, who plays at Montverde Academy in Florida, had also been considering defending national champion UConn. Author: Publish date: Jul 19, 2022. “ It. Flagg announced his commitment with an. Cooper Flagg, the No. Flagg’s numbers were ludicrous: 25. Cooper Flagg has already made waves in August, as the elite 6-foot-9, 195-pound prospect announced he was reclassifying into the 2024 class. Flagg is listed as a five-star prospect and the No. Cooper Flagg, the No. 8 points and 2. . 9 bpg in seven games, leading his Maine United Team to the 16U Peach Jam title game before losing to the Boozer brothers on Sunday. “He’s handled training camp like a professional,” USA Basketball men’s U17 assistant coach Steve Turner said. 2 blocks in less than 18 minutes per game for Florida’s Montverde Academy (originally from Maine). Duke men's basketball landed ESPN's top recruit in the class of 2024 on Monday when five-star forward Cooper Flagg announced his commitment via Slam Magazine. . 2 player, Cooper Flagg. He is considered one of the best high school basketball recruits in the United States and is committed to play college basketball at Duke University . Cooper Flagg, the consensus No. Cooper Flagg is #32. Cooper Flagg, the No. The most anticipated commitment in the 2024 class finally came on Monday, with Cooper Flagg-- the best prospect in high school basketball and the heavy favorite to be the No. 5 points, 10. 1 player in the nation. m. Cooper Flagg has established himself as one of the top prospects in high school basketball regardless of classification. The top-rated high school basketball player in the country, regardless of age, reclassified to the Class of 2024 earlier this month. 1 of 2 | . 9 blocks per game, including two triple-doubles (with blocks!) and three 30-plus-point masterpieces. September. Until then, Duke and UConn will bury themselves in busywork. SPRINGFIELD, MA - JANUARY 14: Cooper Flagg of Montverde Academy (32) brings the ball up court during the Hoophall Classic high school basketball game between Montverde Academy and LaLumiere on. A player with his skill set at 6-foot-8. 0 rebounds, 6. Here are five things basketball. Video 1: IMG Academy vs Montverde Academy; Video 2: Montverde vs. One of his 12 blocks was a game-saving denial in which he covered 35 feet of ground to come slap the game-tying shot away from the rim. 8 blocks per game, the latter stat. The sports giant’s website lists Flagg, a Newport native, as. Flagg has long been considered a Duke lean ever since he’s been getting recruited, but that is not stopping Bill Self from making some serious noise to land him. He’s one of the most complete two-way prospects I’ve covered in 15+ years of doing this. LaLumiere; Blue Healer Auctions | Drop us a line. Steve Wiseman has covered Duke athletics since 2010 for the Durham Herald-Sun and Raleigh News & Observer. RELATED: List of. Aside from Wembanyama, 16-year-old Cooper Flagg is seizing the summer. J. 1 overall pick in the 2025 NBA draft, Flagg has narrowed down his school selection to either Duke or UConn. 5 ppg, 13. Me ignoring Cooper Flagg’s commitment to Duke because he’s joining RWE next weekoriginal sound - RWE.