Rookie Cooper Flagg scores 51 in Mavericks' home loss
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Dallas — Cooper Flagg scored 51 points Friday night in Dallas as the Mavericks lost 138-127 to the Orlando Magic, becoming the youngest player in NBA history to record a 50-point game while his team extended its home losing streak.
The loss left Dallas with a 24-53 record and a 14-game home skid; Orlando secured the win with Wendell Carter Jr.'s 28 points, and the teams move toward season close with five games remaining this week.
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Timeline
- 1. Jan. 29 — Flagg scored 49 points against the Charlotte Hornets, marking a teenage high.
- 2. Regular season continued with Flagg gaining playing time and scoring roles as a rookie.
- 3. Friday (game night) — Mavericks hosted the Orlando Magic; Flagg scored 51 points.
- 4. Late fourth quarter — Jason Kidd and Maji Marshall were ejected; Flagg received a technical foul but returned to play.
- 5. Postgame — Dallas recorded a 24-53 mark with five games left; Orlando maintained play-in positioning.
Why it matters
Cooper Flagg's record-breaking performance is a bright spot in the Mavericks' tough season. If you're a fan, this young talent could be a game-changer. Keep an eye on his progress in the remaining games.
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