The 2025-26 NBA regular season is around the corner, and basketball fans will be eager to watch Cooper Flagg take over. After a decent preseason, the Dallas Mavericks’ No.1 overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft has already garnered comparisons with legendary LeBron James‘ rookie year.

James, at 18 years and 178 days old, became the youngest No.1 pick when he was drafted by the Cleveland Cavaliers in 2003. On the other hand, Flagg was 18 years and 186 days old when entering the 2025 Draft and became the second-youngest No.1 pick.

While James has been sidelined for the start of the season, Flagg has shown his immense talent in the preseason. The Mavericks rookie has played three games and averaged 10.7 points, 5.3 rebounds, 2.7 assists, 1.7 steals, and 1.0 blocks. James and Flagg have faced e

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