As the Dallas Mavericks finalize preparations for their 2025-26 NBA season opener , head coach Jason Kidd reaffirmed his confidence in rookie forward Cooper Flagg ’s ability to handle point guard duties. The Mavericks will open their season Wednesday against the San Antonio Spurs at the American Airlines Center, with tipoff set for 9:30 p.m. ET on ESPN.

Kidd spoke with Kevin Gray Jr. of DLLS Mavs on Saturday, addressing the team’s continued trust in Flagg’s ball-handling and decision-making entering his first regular season.

“Yeah, I think from Summer League to preseason he’s done a great job for the team playing at that position so I think we’re all comfortable with him doing that so we’ll see what happens on opening night,” Kidd said.

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