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Meet the four basketball-playing brothers of Duke star Kon Knueppel

Here's everything to know about Kon Knueppel's family tree, including the four basketball-playing brothers of Duke's NBA Draft prospect

Sarah Effress

Duke legend Cooper Flagg becomes 6th Blue Devils player chosen No. 1 overall in NBA Draft

Elite company.

Billy Heyen

How the 'Montverde 6' roster took over the 2025 NBA Draft

The stacked high school team was led by consensus No. 1 pick Cooper Flagg.

Daniel Chavkin

Duke legend Cooper Flagg, Jaguars' Travis Hunter draw generational two-way prospect comparison

Cooper Flagg and Travis Hunter have had very similar career experiences from the time they were in high school until now. For that reason, the two have been compared as the best two-players of their respective class.

Hunter Cookston

Duke's Khaman Maluach gets crucial South Sudan visa update for NBA Draft

Things got bumpy for a little while.

Billy Heyen

Boston Celtics may be enticed by Duke Blue Devils basketball stars Kon Knueppel, Khaman Maluach in potential Jaylen Brown, Derrick White trades

The Boston Celtics could trade Jaylen Brown and Derrick White if several Duke Blue Devils basketball stars are available in the back half of the NBA draft's top 10 picks.

Xaiver Aguiar

Duke star Cooper Flagg admits Mavericks are keeping him in the dark about No. 1 pick

Cooper Flagg has been the projected first pick for awhile now. However, just a few hours before the draft, Dallas still hasn't told him he is going to be their selection.

Hunter Cookston

Duke star Cooper Flagg projected to be on $930 million path if taken No. 1 by Mavericks

Spotrac’s contract projections for Duke phenom Cooper Flagg show just how lucrative his NBA future could be — with nearly $1 billion on the line if he lives up to the No. 1 pick hype with the Mavericks.

Shane Shoemaker

Duke Blue Devils basketball star Kon Knueppel’s star potential may be overstated ahead of the 2025 NBA draft

Duke Blue Devils basketball star Kon Knueppel isn't quite the prospect he's being hyped up to be ahead of the 2025 NBA draft.

Jacob Ganten

What is Cooper Flagg's GPA? Duke Blue Devils legend stuns NBA fans with impressive IQ

What can't this man do?

Billy Heyen

How to pronounce NBA Draft prospect Khaman Maluach's name

Here's a guide to pronouncing the former Duke center's name.

Daniel Mader

How Cooper Flagg can become Duke's latest No. 1 NBA Draft pick

Here are the schools that have the most No. 1 NBA Draft picks in history.

Teddy Ricketson

How Cooper Flagg's Mavericks rookie deal compares to Duke earnings

The No. 1 pick will be the highest-paid rookie in the league next year.

Daniel Chavkin

LeBron James makes excuse for struggling on Cavs at first in assessment of Duke Blue Devils basketball’s Cooper Flagg joining Mavs

LeBron James hid an excuse for his failures on the Cavs within his assessment of Duke Blue Devils basketball star Cooper Flagg's fit with the Mavs.

Andrew Hughes

Duke star Cooper Flagg will 'carry on tradition' built by Mavericks' Dirk Nowitzki, Luka Doncic

Cooper Flagg is set to be drafted first overall by the Dallas Mavericks. In doing so, Duke head coach Jon Scheyer knows his former player will carry the tradition the Mavericks have built in drafting generational talents.

Hunter Cookston

Learn more about Cooper Flagg's basketball family and Maine roots

Learn more about Flagg's basketball family, from his brothers to his parents who also played the game at the college level.

Gilbert McGregor

Why Duke star Cooper Flagg will wear New Balance in the NBA after Nike

Here is more on why Cooper Flagg will switch his shoe brand to New Balance in the NBA.

Teddy Ricketson

Cooper Flagg scouting report: Why he is the surefire No. 1 pick in the draft

The hype is deserved when it comes to Duke freshman Cooper Flagg.

Stephen Noh

Breaking down the best NBA comparisons for Cooper Flagg

Here are some of the best examples of who Flagg could project to be in the league.

Gilbert McGregor

Duke's Cooper Flagg's NBA growth could be hindered by stubborn $186 million Mavericks veteran

The Dallas Mavericks are going to take Cooper Flagg with the first overall pick. However, with so much length and size, a teammate's unwillingness to change positions could be a huge problem for Flagg.

Hunter Cookston

Mavs may trade Anthony Davis after re-signing Daniel Gafford, drafting Duke Blue Devils basketball star Cooper Flagg

The Dallas Mavericks may look to trade Anthony Davis with Daniel Gafford returning on a long-term deal and Duke Blue Devils basketball star Cooper Flagg joining the Mavs via the No. 1 overall pick in the 2025 NBA draft.

Andrew Hughes

Duke Blue Devils basketball phenom Cooper Flagg's ceiling in NBA questioned ahead of 2025 NBA draft

Wild takes are being spewed on Duke Blue Devils basketball phenom Cooper Flagg just days before the 2025 NBA draft, where he'll be taken No. 1 overall by the Dallas Mavericks.

Xaiver Aguiar

Spurs trade pitch sends Mavericks draft haul to pair Duke phenom with Victor Wembenyama

The NBA Draft is just a couple of days away and all of the possibilities are in the air. In this ESPN prediction, projected first round pick, Cooper Flagg never makes it to Dallas.

Hunter Cookston

Duke 5-star legend leaves pro contract a year early, seeking new basketball home

Jabari Parker is moving on from Barcelona.

Billy Heyen

Lakers' predicted NBA Draft night blockbuster shops young assets for Duke star in three-team deal

The Lakers need a big man very badly and they can assess that need on Wednesday with a huge addition. But they will have to be willing to trade a young star and a potential young star.

Hunter Cookston

Duke Blue Devils basketball star Cooper Flagg sends graceful message on his biggest mistake

Former Duke basketball star Cooper Flagg is set to join the Dallas Mavericks as the No. 1 pick in the 2025 draft. The Blue Devils legend recently reflected on his heartbreaking March Madness loss to Houston in an interview with Sports Illustrated's Chris Mannix.

Ben Grunert

Mavericks eye trade for Celtics' 6-time All-Defensive star to mentor Duke legend Cooper Flagg

The Mavericks are going to draft Cooper Flagg with the No. 1 pick in the NBA Draft. Dallas is predicted to get Flagg a superstar from the Boston Celtics.

Hunter Cookston

Duke basketball legend Cooper Flagg already dining with Mavericks players ahead of NBA Draft

Cooper Flagg has been predicted to be draft first overall. Reports have pretty much confirmed it with it being revealed he has went to dinner with future Maverick teammates.

Hunter Cookston

Mavericks predicted to trade $43 million NBA Champion to build around Duke star Cooper Flagg

The Mavericks are set to draft Cooper Flagg for the first pick in the NBA Draft. However, they could make a blockbuster deal to build around Flagg.

Hunter Cookston

Dallas predicted to give Kyrie Irving four-year, $140 million deal with Duke’s Cooper Flagg becoming Mavs’ centerpiece

The Dallas Mavericks are predicted to keep Kyrie Irving on a multi-year extension at a reasonable yearly salary, with Duke Blue Devils basketball phenom Cooper Flagg entering the fray.

Andrew Hughes

Jayson Tatum, Zion Williamson make Cooper Flagg's Duke Blue Devils basketball pantheon

Ex-Blue Devils star Cooper Flagg listed Jayson Tatum and Zion Williamson in his list of top-five Duke players.

Xaiver Aguiar

Mavs aggressive in adding more talent than No. 1 pick Duke Blue Devils basketball star Cooper Flagg in 2025 NBA Draft

The Dallas Mavericks are looking to be aggressive at the 2025 NBA draft by adding more talent around Duke Blue Devils basketball star Cooper Flagg.

Pankti Parmar

Former Duke star Jay Williams urges Grizzlies to trade $197 million superstar after shocking deal

The Grizzlies made a shocking deal on Sunday. Jay Williams believes they should make a blockbuster trade in a deal with their franchise player in order to get even better assets.

Hunter Cookston

Jason Kidd not coaching Duke Blue Devils basketball star Cooper Flagg on the Mavs an unlikely scenario

The New York Knicks were deemed unlikely to poach Jason Kidd away from the Dallas Mavericks and the No. 1 overall pick in the 2025 NBA draft, Duke Blue Devils basketball star Cooper Flagg.

Andrew Hughes

Duke legend Cooper Flagg's future not safe in Dallas under GM Nico Harrison's track record

Cooper Flagg is set to be the first overall pick by the Dallas Mavericks. However, with GM Nico Harrison, Flagg could be let go of after just a few seasons.

Hunter Cookston

Mavericks announce selection of Duke legend Cooper Flagg in bold, premature 'Welcome' post

The Dallas Mavericks appeared to jump the gun by posting a "Welcome to Dallas" graphic featuring Duke standout Cooper Flagg more than a week before the NBA Draft. The image, which showed Flagg in a Mavs jersey, was quickly removed from the team’s official website. While Dallas holds the No. 1 pick and is expected to select Flagg, the early post isn't common.

Hunter Cookston

Duke legend Cooper Flagg nearly faced 'unprecedented time' with Mavericks ahead of NBA Draft

The Mavericks were one move away from providing their first overall pick with a lot of unknown heading into his professional career.

Hunter Cookston

Proposed trade lands Duke Blue Devils basketball star Cooper Flagg on the Oklahoma City Thunder

One mock trade would send the No. 1 overall pick in the 2025 NBA draft, Duke Blue Devils basketball star Cooper Flagg, to the OKC Thunder for many assets.

Xaiver Aguiar

Duke legend Cooper Flagg draws doubts just weeks before NBA Draft

Cooper Flagg is the most hyped up prospect in forever, but just weeks before the draft a person doesn't believe he is going to be the guy.

Hunter Cookston

Dallas makes Kyrie Irving decision with Duke Blue Devils basketball star Cooper Flagg set to join Mavs this month

The Dallas Mavericks are set to imminently announce Kyrie Irving's future with the team after they landed Duke Blue Devils basketball star Cooper Flagg with the No. 1 overall pick.

Andrew Hughes

Duke Blue Devils basketball star Cooper Flagg given insulting comparison by veteran journalist

One veteran sports journalist gave Duke Blue Devils basketball star Cooper Flagg an insulting projection for his NBA career.

Xaiver Aguiar

Jason Kidd leaning towards decision on Mavs, Knicks with Duke Blue Devils basketball star Cooper Flagg set to arrive in Dallas

Jason Kidd is set to decide on the Dallas Mavericks and New York Knicks imminently, with Duke Blue Devils basketball star Cooper Flagg set to be the NBA draft's overall No. 1 pick to the Mavs.

Andrew Hughes

Colin Cowherd blasts Mavericks' Jason Kidd for potentially bailing on Duke legend Cooper Flagg

Colin Cowherd attempts to help Jason Kidd realize what he is missing out on.

Hunter Cookston

Duke Blue Devils basketball star Cooper Flagg said to influence Knicks' pursuit of Mavs coach Jason Kidd

Duke Blue Devils basketball star Cooper Flagg holds cards in his hands that'll affect the New York Knicks this offseason.

Xaiver Aguiar

Spurs predicted to draft Duke Blue Devils star to pair with Victor Wembanyama

San Antonio has the No. 2 pick in the NBA Draft.

Billy Heyen

Cooper Flagg gets ringing endorsement from future teammate and fellow Duke Blue Devils legend

Strong praise!

Matthew Wadleigh

Chris Paul shares stunning message on Duke Blue Devils basketball legend Cooper Flagg after L.A. workouts

Chris Paul shared a strong endorsement of Cooper Flagg ahead of the 2025 NBA draft later this month.

Xaiver Aguiar

Dallas Mavericks drop truth bomb that all but confirms draft plans for Duke legend Cooper Flagg

Cooper Flagg has been involved in trade rumors, but he seems to know the direction he will be going when it comes to draft night.

Hunter Cookston

Paul George diverges from Carmelo Anthony with strong take on Duke Blue Devils basketball star Cooper Flagg

Paul George recently spoke on his podcast about projected No. 1 pick Cooper Flagg and his potential as a future NBA superstar. Carmelo Anthony also joined the podcast, offering a mix of belief and skepticism about Flagg.

Ben Grunert

Duke legend Cooper Flagg draws comparisons to NBA Champions with five combined titles

Cooper Flagg now has his NBA comparisons as he is a couple of weeks away from being the No. 1 pick.

Hunter Cookston

Duke legend Cooper Flagg draws concerning career projection when compared to former No. 1 picks

Cooper Flagg is the most hyped up prospect in a while, but a NBA executive doesn't believe he is even the best No. 1 pick of recent memory.

Hunter Cookston

Blockbuster trade idea sends Duke's Cooper Flagg to Western Conference, pairs him with $194M legend

Cooper Flagg may be shipped before he is ever on a team, but it could have him land on a team competing for a championship.

Hunter Cookston

Duke Blue Devils basketball star gets surge of interest from Hornets, Jazz within NBA draft’s top five picks

One Duke Blue Devils basketball star is gaining interest from the Charlotte Hornets and Utah Jazz ahead of the 2025 NBA draft.

Xaiver Aguiar

Mike Krzyzewski says Duke legend Cooper Flagg isn't greatest all-time Blue Devil

Following a magnificent season, Cooper Flagg isn't considered the greatest player to play at Duke.

Hunter Cookston

Proposed trade sends Devin Booker to Mavs, Duke Blue Devils basketball star Cooper Flagg to Suns

ESPN came up with a blockbuster trade proposal that'd land Devin Booker on the Dallas Mavericks, at the expense of Duke Blue Devils basketball star Cooper Flagg.

Xaiver Aguiar

Potential blockbuster 4-team trade shakes up NBA, forces Duke's Cooper Flagg to follow LeBron James' footsteps

Duke's Cooper Flagg could be traded before even playing a game, especially with the expectation of being the first overall pick. ESPN thinks he could end up on the same trajectory as LeBron James.

Hunter Cookston

Duke Blue Devils basketball legend deems OKC Thunder’s SGA, Chet Holmgren, Jalen Williams ‘untouchable’

One Duke Blue Devils basketball legend believes the OKC Thunder will keep their Big Three for the foreseeable future.

Andrew Hughes

Duke's Cooper Flagg says it would be surreal to face Lakers' $101 million legend considering retirement

Cooper Flagg is presumably the face of the league and his biggest goal is to play against a NBA legend.

Hunter Cookston

Celtics’ flirtation with Duke Blue Devils basketball star Cooper Flagg predicted not to lead anywhere yet

The Boston Celtics' flirtation with Duke Blue Devils basketball star Cooper Flagg at the scouting combine isn't what many think it is.

Andrew Hughes

Jay Bilas calls conspiracies on Mavs landing Duke Blue Devils basketball star Cooper Flagg ‘laughable’

Jay Bilas believes the conspiracies coming out of the NBA draft following the Dallas Mavericks' landing Duke Blue Devils basketball star Cooper Flagg aren't grounded in common sense for several reasons.

Andrew Hughes

Duke basketball legend announces return to college roots

This is a cool tribute.

Billy Heyen

Knicks predicted to draft Duke star after big NBA Draft news

New York has a special in with a Blue Devil.

Billy Heyen

Knicks, Cooper Flagg linked after Duke legend's new announcement

Flagg to the Big Apple?

Billy Heyen

Mavs’ Lonzo Ball trade pursuit can put undue pressure on Duke Blue Devils basketball star Cooper Flagg if inevitable happens

The Dallas Mavericks' pursuit of Lonzo Ball this offseason is not a good idea for Duke Blue Devils basketball star Cooper Flagg.

Andrew Hughes

Duke basketball captain returning to Blue Devils in surprise announcement

This is a cool return as an alum.

Billy Heyen

Duke Blue Devils basketball star Cooper Flagg joining Mavs facilitates P.J. Washington-Jrue Holiday trade with Celtics

Duke Blue Devils basketball star Cooper Flagg joining the Dallas Mavericks opens up a major trade possibility for Nico Harrison and the front office.

Andrew Hughes

Surprise NBA bottom-feeder not ruled out of trading with Mavs for Duke Blue Devils basketball star Cooper Flagg

Duke Blue Devils basketball star Cooper Flagg could end up in a way worse situation than the Dallas Mavericks at the 2025 NBA draft.

Andrew Hughes

Jason Kidd confirms Kyrie Irving, Klay Thompson, Anthony Davis’s status on Mavs with Duke Blue Devils basketball star Cooper Flagg set to join team

Jason Kidd addressed several Dallas Mavericks stars' status on the roster with Duke Blue Devils basketball star Cooper Flagg set to arrive at the end of June.

Andrew Hughes

Anthony Davis, Dereck Lively II’s trade fate with Duke Blue Devils basketball star Cooper Flagg set to join Mavs revealed

Anthony Davis and Dereck Lively II got some clarity on where the Dallas Mavericks are on trading him, with Duke Blue Devils basketball star Cooper Flagg set to join the roster.

Andrew Hughes

Carmelo Anthony sends strong defense of Duke Blue Devils basketball star Cooper Flagg

Duke Blue Devils basketball star Cooper Flagg has a major supporter in former NBA scoring champion Carmelo Anthony.

Xaiver Aguiar

Cooper Flagg has more incentives to return to Jon Scheyer’s Duke Blue Devils basketball program than anyone, urged to spurn Mavs

Could Jon Scheyer's Duke Blue Devils basketball program be Cooper Flagg's best option during the 2025-26 season?

Andrew Hughes

Mavs’ matching salaries in a Jrue Holiday trade deemed preferable to Celtics guard for Duke Blue Devils basketball star Cooper Flagg

The Dallas Mavericks may be better off keeping their assets instead of getting involved with a Jrue Holiday trade.

Andrew Hughes

Carmelo Anthony shares controversial message on Duke’s Cooper Flagg, Rutgers’ Ace Bailey

Carmelo Anthony spoke on touchy issues while discussing Duke's Cooper Flagg and Rutgers' Ace Bailey ahead of the 2025 NBA draft.

Xaiver Aguiar

Duke legend predicted to join new NBA team

Free agency is coming right up.

Billy Heyen

Duke loses another star to NBA Draft decision

The Blue Devils will be well-represented in the NBA Draft.

Billy Heyen

76ers cut ties with Joel Embiid in blockbuster trade proposal for Duke's Cooper Flagg

The Philadelphia 76ers would be taking a youth movement.

Jon Conahan

Bucks' Giannis Antetokounmpo trade idea lands Duke star Cooper Flagg and more

The Milwaukee Bucks still don't have much of a reason to move on from Giannis Antetokounmpo.

Jon Conahan

Duke basketball's Dame Sarr fulfills dream with commitment to become a Blue Devil

Dame Sarr is going to get to live out everyone's dream with playing for Duke.

Hunter Cookston

Duke gets 4-star recruit to commit after huge reclassifying decision

The Blue Devils have to be happy about this.

Billy Heyen

Duke legend Jay Williams rips American young players mentality after Thunder Shai Gilgeous-Alexander wins MVP

Jay Williams isn't happy with the direction of the way basketball is going in for the younger generation of the NBA's future stars.

Hunter Cookston

Italy's Dame Sarr could be the next big thing for Jon Scheyer and Duke

Italian phenom Dame Sarr committed to Duke this week and will be slotted to fill the role played by future first-rounder Kon Knueppel.

Mike DeCourcy

Duke legend is the reason 5-star recruit Dame Sarr committed to the Blue Devils

This is an awesome way to pay it forward.

Billy Heyen

Duke Blue Devils basketball phenom Cooper Flagg foresaw Tyrese Haliburton’s dominance before heroics against Knicks

Duke Blue Devils basketball phenom Cooper Flagg saw the future when it came to Indiana Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton.

Xaiver Aguiar

Duke Blue Devils basketball phenom Cooper Flagg gets optimistic pro comp to legendary Boston Celtics defender

Duke Blue Devils basketball phenom Cooper Flagg was compared to one former banner-raising Boston Celtics defender.

Xaiver Aguiar

Duke lands NBA prospect to replace Kon Knueppel and Tyrese Proctor

A big one!

Matthew Wadleigh

Mavs GM Nico Harrison advised against trading Duke Blue Devils basketball phenom Cooper Flagg for Kevin Durant

Dallas Mavericks GM Nico Harrison has not been given advice to use Cooper Flagg as a trade chip for a player like Kevin Durant.

Andrew Hughes

Proposed trade lands Jaylen Brown on Mavs, Klay Thompson, Duke Blue Devils basketball phenom Cooper Flagg on Celtics

One mock trade proposal would land Jaylen Brown on the Dallas Mavericks, and Klay Thompson and Cooper Flagg on the Boston Celtics.

Andrew Hughes

Duke’s Cooper Flagg is a physical clone of career 5.4 PPG scorer

That’s how the No. 1 pick measures up.

Billy Heyen

Boston Celtics PBO Brad Stevens breaks silence on pursuit of Duke Blue Devils basketball star Cooper Flagg

Boston Celtics President of Basketball Operations Brad Stevens discussed the team's pursuit of Duke Blue Devils basketball star Cooper Flagg.

Andrew Hughes

Boston Celtics’ pursuit of Duke Blue Devils basketball star Cooper Flagg in a Jaylen Brown trade ‘something to monitor’

The Boston Celtics have been aggressive in trying to bring Cooper Flagg to his native New England.

Andrew Hughes

Duke missed out on legendary 5-star recruit as fans wonder what could have been

He would've been another Blue Devils superstar.

Billy Heyen

Mavs’ Nico Harrison deemed capable of being tricked into trading Duke Blue Devils basketball phenom Cooper Flagg to Sixers for Tyrese Maxey, No. 3 pick

Many fear that Dallas Mavericks GM Nico Harrison may do something drastic with the No. 1 overall pick in the 2025 NBA draft.

Andrew Hughes

Duke’s Cooper Flagg has surprising mindset about potential Mavericks pick, per ESPN insiders

ESPN’s latest intel paints a clearer picture of how Cooper Flagg feels about the Mavericks.

Shane Shoemaker

Kevin O’Connor blasts Nico Harrison while discussing Celtics’ Jaylen Brown for Duke Blue Devils basketball phenom Cooper Flagg trade

The Boston Celtics recently interviewed Cooper Flagg at the NBA Draft Combine, raising rumors about a potential blockbuster trade involving Jaylen Brown to the Dallas Mavericks. While the Mavs will likely keep Flagg, general manager Nico Harrison could shock the city of Dallas again just months after he traded the great Luka Doncic.

Ben Grunert

Proposed trade lands Jaylen Brown on Sixers, Paul George, Duke Blue Devils basketball phenom Cooper Flagg on Celtics

One mock trade sends the rights to draft Cooper Flagg and Paul George to the Boston Celtics and Jaylen Brown to the Philadelphia 76ers in a three-team trade.

Andrew Hughes

Proposed trade involving Boston Celtics’ Jaylen Brown, Duke Blue Devils basketball phenom Cooper Flagg not written off

The Boston Celtics and Duke Blue Devils basketball phenom Cooper Flagg have been discussed in the same breath this week.

Andrew Hughes

Duke targets freshman phenom’s brother in huge recruiting pursuit

The Blue Devils might keep it in the family.

Billy Heyen

Duke needs to add impact player with Cedric Coward unlikely to reach campus, says CBB analyst

Duke's roster could be very uncertain if one more big portal piece isn't added.

Hunter Cookston

Stephen A. Smith urges Mavs not to make grave mistake with Duke Blue Devils basketball phenom Cooper Flagg

The Dallas Mavericks have the chance to draft Cooper Flagg with the No. 1 pick. On a recent episode of ESPN's First Take, Stephen A. Smith urged the Mavs to select the Duke basketball phenom without thinking twice about it.

Ben Grunert

Duke's top transfer commit edging toward NBA Draft, future with program uncertain

An incoming Duke transfer is more than likely never going to play a game for them in the regular season.

Hunter Cookston

Duke legend Cooper Flagg tabs 3-time MVP as NBA's best player

Cooper Flagg lets it be known just who he thinks the best in the entire NBA is.

Hunter Cookston

Duke gets unexpected awful news at NBA Draft Combine

The roster is getting thinner.

Billy Heyen

Proposed trade involving Bucks’ Giannis Antetokounmpo, Duke Blue Devils basketball phenom Cooper Flagg deemed ‘self-sabotage’ for Nico Harrison

Nico Harrison could potentially self-sabotage by trading the rights to draft Duke Blue Devils basketball phenom Cooper Flagg to the Milwaukee Bucks for Giannis Antetokounmpo.

Andrew Hughes

Duke Blue Devils basketball phenom Cooper Flagg’s arrival puts Mavs’ P.J. Washington, Daniel Gafford on trade block

Duke Blue Devils basketball phenom Cooper Flagg showing up in Dallas will cause changes to the Mavericks, including several significant trades.

Andrew Hughes

Robert Griffin III implies Duke Blue Devils basketball phenom Cooper Flagg ending up on Mavs was rigged

Former NFL quarterback Robert Griffin III gave his thoughts on the Dallas Mavericks landing the No. 1 pick in the NBA Draft Lottery. Like many others, Griffin III floated the idea that the NBA rigged the lottery for the Mavs to acquire Cooper Flagg after they traded Luka Doncic earlier this season.

Ben Grunert

Duke Blue Devils get final NBA Draft decision from star guard

The Duke Blue Devils have received a final decision on the NBA Draft from one of their star guards.

Evan Massey

Bucks, Jazz part of dormant trade talks for Mavs’ No. 1 pick, Duke Blue Devils basketball phenom Cooper Flagg

Duke Blue Devils basketball phenom Cooper Flagg was mentioned in the same breath as the Milwaukee Bucks and Utah Jazz, for what it's worth.

Andrew Hughes

Cooper Flagg makes final decision on returning to Duke vs. NBA Draft

The Duke freshman has made his decision.

Billy Heyen

Duke freshman phenom reveals 5 NBA teams interested in drafting him

The Blue Devils are popular.

Billy Heyen

Duke’s Cooper Flagg’s race matters to Stephen A. Smith for Mavs' NBA Draft decision

Stephen A. Smith doesn't hold back on his opinions.

Billy Heyen

Duke star Cooper Flagg turns heads with Tyrese Haliburton statement

Duke Blue Devils star Cooper Flagg spoke out with a strong opinion of Tyrese Haliburton.

Evan Massey

Duke star confirms his decision on returning to college vs. NBA Draft

The Blue Devils have a lot of draft prospects.

Billy Heyen

NBA draft lottery’s real problem revealed after Duke Blue Devils basketball phenom Cooper Flagg lands on Mavs

The NBA draft lottery doesn't have the problem most think it does after the Dallas Mavericks miraculously landed Cooper Flagg at No. 1 overall.

Andrew Hughes

Duke star hit with disappointing update ahead of NBA Draft

Duke Blue Devils star Kon Knueppel received some disappointing news ahead of the upcoming NBA Draft.

Evan Massey

Duke freshman phenom suffers injury setback ahead of NBA Draft

Big news for the Blue Devils' former star.

Billy Heyen

Klay Thompson’s dad predicts Duke Blue Devils basketball phenom Cooper Flagg will join Luka Doncic in Lakers trade

Klay Thompson's father believes the Dallas Mavericks will trade Cooper Flagg to the Los Angeles Lakers just as they did with Luka Doncic.

Andrew Hughes

Duke's Jon Scheyer reacts to Cooper Flagg likely joining Mavericks, pairing with Duke legend

If Dallas drafts Cooper Flagg, it sets up for a nice opportunity.

Hunter Cookston

NBA analyst teases blockbuster trade that could send Duke's Cooper Flagg to a new destination

This would be an even better get for the Dallas Mavericks.

Hunter Cookston

Proposed trade swapping Duke Blue Devils basketball legend Cooper Flagg with Celtics’ Jaylen Brown pitched after Jayson Tatum injury

After Jayson Tatum's Achilles tear, the Boston Celtics could explore trying to land Cooper Flagg with a trade package headlined by Jaylen Brown.

Andrew Hughes

Duke Blue Devils' Kon Knueppel message after NBA Draft lottery is turning heads

The Duke Blue Devils sent out a pointed message about Kon Knueppel following the 2025 NBA Draft lottery.

Evan Massey

Proposed trade sending Duke Blue Devils basketball phenom Cooper Flagg to Bucks ‘would almost certainly get Milwaukee’s attention’

Even though the Dallas Mavericks landed the rights to select Cooper Flagg with the No. 1 pick in the 2025 NBA draft, the Milwaukee Bucks could be the ones to land the ex-Duke Blue Devils basketball phenom.

Andrew Hughes

Kings, Suns deemed logical Anthony Davis landing spots after Mavs land Duke Blue Devils basketball phenom Cooper Flagg

The Sacramento Kings and Phoenix Suns make a lot of sense as Anthony Davis destinations after the Dallas Mavericks landed the rights to draft Duke Blue Devils basketball phenom Cooper Flagg in the 2025 NBA draft.

Andrew Hughes

Mavericks might pass on Duke star Cooper Flagg for one shocking reason

The Dallas Mavericks might just pass on Duke Blue Devils star Cooper Flagg for one shocking reason.

Evan Massey

Dallas Mavericks may have turned 1.8 percent odds into billion-dollar swing with looming Cooper Flagg No. 1 pick

Landing the top pick may have done more than give the Mavericks a new face of the franchise — it could reshape their future on and off the court.

Shane Shoemaker

Chicago Bulls were a coin toss away from stealing Duke's Cooper Flagg from the Dallas Mavericks

A simple coin flip determined who got the 11th-best odds — and ultimately, the No. 1 pick in the NBA Draft

Hunter Cookston

Lakers LeBron James reacts to Mavericks landing No. 1 pick, expected to select Duke's Cooper Flagg

LeBron James is like the rest of the NBA world with the Dallas Mavericks securing the first overall pick.

Hunter Cookston

Duke basketball media team proposes drafting freshman phenom would be massive for 'world peace'

The Duke basketball media team may be onto something with where they want a freshman phenom to be drafted.

Hunter Cookston

Adam Schefter shares first look at Duke's Cooper Flagg in Mavericks' jersey

Adam Schefter didn't waste time sharing a first look at Duke star Cooper Flagg in a Dallas Mavericks jersey.

Evan Massey

Duke Blue Devils make Cooper Flagg announcement after Mavericks win No. 1 pick

The Duke Blue Devils made a major Cooper Flagg announcement after the Dallas Mavericks won the NBA Draft lottery.

Evan Massey

Mavs landing Duke Blue Devils basketball star Cooper Flagg can mean Anthony Davis, Dereck Lively II, Daniel Gafford are on the trade block

The Dallas Mavericks drafting Cooper Flagg with the No. 1 pick in the NBA draft likely means someone in their frontcourt will be on the trade block.

Andrew Hughes

Cooper Flagg can opt out of Mavericks NBA Draft pick and return to Duke by this key deadline

It's not technically over yet.

Billy Heyen

Duke’s Cooper Flagg learns his likely NBA team after draft lottery

The Blue Devils phenom has a destination lined up.

Billy Heyen

Cooper Flagg returning to Duke decision can still be made even after NBA Draft Lottery

Technically, Flagg can still be a Blue Devil once again.

Billy Heyen

Cooper Flagg's official measurements have improved significantly since Duke

He's getting bigger in time for the NBA.

Billy Heyen

Duke star Cooper Flagg's GPA is turning heads before NBA Draft

Duke Blue Devils star Cooper Flagg had a head-turning GPA during his college tenure.

Evan Massey

CBB analyst changes tune on Cooper Flagg after Duke breakout: 'Wasn't sure you could build around him'

Jeff Goodman made a startling admission on the day of the NBA Draft lottery.

Hunter Cookston

The shocking choice Duke's Cooper Flagg can still make even after NBA Draft Lottery

This isn't a done deal yet.

Billy Heyen

Duke freshman phenom opts out of NBA Draft to return to college

The Blue Devils are getting one back.

Billy Heyen

Duke basketball may lose star transfer portal commit to NBA Draft

The Blue Devils made a splash in the transfer portal, but due to growing draft stock, he may never play a game in Durham.

Hunter Cookston

Former Duke star JJ Redick's 'championship shape' standard could be a tough ask for Luka Dončić

JJ Redick has his eyes set on next season and the offseason for the Lakers could be a tough ask for Luka Doncic if the Mavericks chatter is true.

Hunter Cookston

Duke basketball announces change to Jon Scheyer’s staff

Jon Scheyer added veteran leadership to his staff Thursday.

Zain Bando

Celtics' Jayson Tatum reflects on bond with former Duke star Paolo Banchero after first-round win

Jayson Tatum was once idolized by Paolo Ranchero, now they play against each other on one of the biggest stages.

Hunter Cookston

Former Duke star Mark Williams clowns Lakers after series loss, claps back at rescinded trade

Charlotte Hornets Mark Williams clowns the Lakers after losing to the Timberwolves in a series he would have been needed.

Hunter Cookston

Duke legend Carlos Boozer urges $186 million champion to join Lakers' Luka Doncic-LeBron James

If this former NBA Champion teams with LeBron James and Luka Doncic, it is over for the rest of the league.

Hunter Cookston

Duke wins transfer portal by landing former D-III star as major addition

Huge get for the Blue Devils.

Billy Heyen

Former Duke star JJ Redick called out by ESPN analyst for 'rookie mistake' in Lakers loss

JJ Redick did something no other coach has done before and it cost his team big time.

Hunter Cookston

Duke’s Khaman Maluach announces decision on NBA Draft amid immigration visa controversy

The big guy has his next step.

Billy Heyen

Duke 5-star freshman announces he's returning to college for another year

Big news for the Blue Devils.

Billy Heyen

Miami lands 5-star basketball recruit who spurned Duke

Huge get for new Hurricanes coach Jai Lucas.

Billy Heyen

Duke's Cooper Flagg declares for NBA Draft, calls time in Durham: 'best year of his life'

Cooper Flagg has officially announce his decision to enter the NBA Draft, while also giving his gratitude to Duke.

Hunter Cookston

Hornets hope for lottery luck to keep Cooper Flagg close to Duke

Charlotte could use this boost.

Billy Heyen

Duke's Cooper Flagg NBA team landing spot has 14 possible lottery winners

The Blue Devils star has a lot of possible NBA outcomes.

Billy Heyen

Duke's Cooper Flagg makes final decision on NBA Draft vs. return to Blue Devils

Cooper Flagg has made up his mind.

Billy Heyen

Duke rejected by one-and-done recruit in favor of different path

Brutal day for the Blue Devils.

Billy Heyen

Duke legends Jayson Tatum, Paolo Banchero take firm stance on friendship during NBA Playoffs

It's no time for friends.

Billy Heyen

Duke loses fan favorite big man in surprise transfer portal decision

Some 7-foot news for the Blue Devils.

Billy Heyen

Duke expected to lose 5-star recruit to SEC powerhouse

This would be another huge blow for the Blue Devils.

Billy Heyen

Duke loses 5-star recruit in shocking last-minute decision

This is a bummer for the Blue Devils.

Billy Heyen

Duke, Andrej Stojakovic get major transfer portal update

Talk about a cool possible connection.

Billy Heyen

Cooper Flagg's Duke vs. NBA decision gets big news from Kon Knueppel

One Blue Devil has made his choice to go pro.

Billy Heyen

Duke freshman Kon Knueppel leaves emotional message for teammates after declaring for NBA Draft

Kon Knueppel is going to the league and with the announcement, he left a heartfelt message to his teammates.

Hunter Cookston

Joe Dumars to trade Zion Williamson after underwhelming Pels, Duke tenures: Cavs in mix with Jarrett Allen package

Pelicans President of Basketball Operations Joe Dumars is set to trade Zion Williamson this offseason.

Andrew Hughes

BYU's AJ Dybantsa, Duke's Cam Boozer share the spotlight with massive nights at Nike Hoop Summit

The 5-star recruits showed out.

Billy Heyen

Duke star Cooper Flagg has fans buzzing after NBA Draft update

Duke Blue Devils star Cooper Flagg has fans talking after his latest update on the NBA Draft.

Evan Massey

Duke's Cooper Flagg makes NBA future clear as April 26 deadline creeps closer

Cooper Flagg is about to near a decision regarding the NBA.

Hunter Cookston

Duke's Cooper Flagg lays out NBA decision timeline as he weighs college return

Cooper Flagg is sharing his thoughts.

Billy Heyen

Duke's Cooper Flagg gives major update on NBA Draft decision, possible college return

The probable No. 1 pick is still contemplating his options.

Billy Heyen

Mavericks deemed unable to negotiate Kevin Durant trade if Dallas doesn’t offer Suns ex-Duke star

The Mavericks won't be able to land Kevin Durant if they don't get aggressive with the Suns at the negotiating table this summer.

Andrew Hughes

Duke star Cooper Flagg receives historic ACC announcement

Duke Blue Devils star Cooper Flagg has received a historic acknowledgement from the ACC.

Evan Massey

Duke in play for transfer portal star from Ivy League

This would be a huge get for the Blue Devils.

Billy Heyen

Duke's Cooper Flagg projected No. 1 overall to Western Conference team with 84 wins since 2022

Cooper Flagg may not like where he is projected to go at the start of his career.

Hunter Cookston

Duke's Jon Scheyer gets emotional talking about his team for the final time: 'I'm heartbroken'

The Duke head coach doesn't want this season with his players to end and it is clear on his face.

Hunter Cookston

When will Cooper Flagg declare for NBA Draft? Key date to know for possible Duke return

It's a waiting game.

Billy Heyen

Duke's Cooper Flagg lined up to join shaky Western Conference team in NBA Draft

Cooper Flagg has yet to officially declare for the NBA Draft.

Billy Heyen

Way-Too-Early Top 25: Expect Duke to rebound, and Houston will be back

The transfer portal is open and the NBA Draft process is in its formative stages. Does that mean it's too early for a Top 25 projection for the 2025-26 season? Never.

Mike DeCourcy

Duke predicted for huge college basketball season in 2025-26

The Blue Devils will be back.

Billy Heyen

Duke's Khaman Maluach gets update on South Sudan visa controversy, impact on NBA future

This is big world news.

Billy Heyen

Jay Williams shares insight on Duke's Cooper Flagg's NBA decision as April 26th deadline looms

Jay Williams gives his insight on if he think Cooper Flagg will come back to Durham for another year or go to the NBA Draft.

Hunter Cookston

Duke basketball, 5-time national champion, tabbed No. 1 team in 2025-26 way-too-early top 25

Duke is already headlining the upcoming season despite not having Cooper Flagg.

Hunter Cookston

Secretary of State Marco Rubio ripped for making America unsafe for athletes like Duke’s Khaman Maluach

Secretary of State Marco Rubio's recent immigration ruling on South Sudan could have a major impact on sports.

Andrew Hughes

Why Florida vs. Houston championship game starts so late

Monday night's game tips off well after 8 p.m. ET.

Morgan Moriarty

CBS' Gary Parrish notes Jon Scheyer's postgame comments are telling for Duke's immediate future

Gary Parrish believes Jon Scheyer knows he just had one run with this special Duke team.

Hunter Cookston

Cooper Flagg's over-the-back foul call was not the reason Duke lost to Houston in the Final Four

Duke didn't lose to Houston in the Final Four because of one mistake Cooper Flagg may or may not have actually made in the game's closing moments.

Payton Shanks

Duke's Khaman Maluach dream of playing in NBA at risk after latest edict by Marco Rubio

Marco Rubio has a new policy put in and it could impact the future of Duke's center.

Hunter Cookston

John Fanta prematurely calls Duke win, cursing them in heartbreaking Final Four loss

Duke was set to go to the national championship, but an analyst curse cost them the win.

Hunter Cookston

How bad was Duke's loss? It broke a 335-0 NCAA Tournament record

The Blue Devils won't forget this one for a long time.

Billy Heyen

Houston stuns Cooper Flagg, Duke with last-minute comeback in Final Four

Houston came back from the dead to erase a nine-point lead in three minutes, sending it to the National Championship game vs. Florida.

Daniel Chavkin

Gone in 45 seconds: Houston stuns Duke run to reach NCAA title game with historic rally

Houston was eliminated from the 2024 NCAA Tournament by Duke after missing nearly half their foul shots. The Cougars and veteran J'Wan Roberts were not going to make the same mistake this time.

Mike DeCourcy

Jon Scheyer reflects on gut-wrenching Duke loss to Houston in Final Four: ‘We were this close’

Duke head coach Jon Scheyer opened up after the Blue Devils’ heartbreaking loss to Houston in the Final Four.

Shane Shoemaker

Cooper Flagg foul sparks outrage from ex-Duke star after Houston’s Final Four comeback

A former Duke standout didn’t hold back after a questionable whistle helped seal the Blue Devils’ Final Four collapse.

Shane Shoemaker

Suprising details about Jon Scheyer’s past emerge after Duke’s Final Four loss

This will be funny some other day...

Joe Krasnowski

Will Duke’s Khaman Maluach be impacted by South Sudan visa controversy?

The timing on this was awkward.

Billy Heyen

Cooper Flagg's Duke legacy has complicated ending in discussion of best one-and-done ever

How will Cooper Flagg be remembered?

Billy Heyen

Is Cooper Flagg going to the NBA? Brutal ending raises complicated question in fans' minds

It seemed in no doubt, but if anything could change it, that could.

Billy Heyen

Duke’s Cooper Flagg phantom foul call costs Blue Devils chance at national title game

This one is hard to believe.

Billy Heyen

Jon Scheyer takes blame for Duke's Final Four loss: 'I didn't help them enough'

The Blue Devils' coach thought he wasn't at his best when his players needed it vs. Houston.

Daniel Chavkin

Duke's Cooper Flagg prompts best Ian Eagle, Bill Raftery announcing calls of NCAA Tournament

These were awesome.

Billy Heyen

What channel is Duke vs. Houston on today?

Here is a complete guide to watching Duke vs. Houston, including the start time, TV schedule and live stream information for the 2025 NCAA Tournament game.

Brendan OSullivan

Legendary Duke coach Mike Krzyzewski spotted at Alamodome for Final Four

Former Duke head coach Mike Krzyzewski hasn't been to a Duke game since he retired, that all came to an end on Saturday when his Blue Devils made it back to the Final Four.

Hunter Cookston

Cooper Flagg becomes just the fourth freshman to win Wooden Award

Here's more on Cooper Flagg winning the 2025 Wooden Award.

Teddy Ricketson

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