The Dallas Mavericks defeated the Oklahoma City Thunder 106-89 in their preseason opener on Monday night. 2025 No. 1 overall pick Cooper Flagg scored 10 points and added six rebounds and three assists in the contest. Flagg is 6'8″ and has often played forward, but he was the pick-and-roll ball-handler at times on Monday night. He was able to get quality shot opportunities while handling the ball in the pick-and-roll as well. While speaking to reporters after the victory, Flagg addressed the adjustment and how it could impact his game moving forward.

“That's a thing that we worked a lot on this summer,” Flagg told reporters. “I said earlier today, just being comfortable expanding the floor. Using the space that this bigger court gives you, just utilizing that to my advantage and just

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