DALLAS — All eyes were on Cooper Flagg on Wednesday night as the Dallas Mavericks' 2025 No. 1 overall pick made his NBA debut. Expectations were high for Flagg , but he endured an up and down game. He ultimately scored 10 points on 4-13 shooting from the field to go along with 10 rebounds and a steal as the Mavs were defeated 125-92 by the San Antonio Spurs. He will certainly have better performances, but he was able to secure a double-double.

Anthony Davis isn't worried about Flagg despite the rookie's inconsistent debut. He reminded everyone that it was only “game one” while speaking to reporters following the loss. Expand Tweet

“Game one, I mean, he's still a rookie,” Davis said of Flagg. “I was the same way coming in. Preseason obviously good, but when that game one comes ar

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