NBA Summer League play can set a positive course for the entire season, especially if you're a rookie. The Dallas Mavericks ' No. 1 overall pick in the 2025 draft , Cooper Flagg , made his professional debut in the offseason competition.

Only time will tell if Flagg can build on his Duke success within the NBA. His rookie season stats will make an impact on his career trajectory. Check out the players who have scored the most points in their first seasons in the NBA below:

Wilt Chamberlain, 2,707, Philadelphia Warriors, 1959-1960

Walt Bellamy, 2,495, Chicago Packers, 1961-1962

Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, 2,361, Milwaukee Bucks , 1969-1970

Elvin Hayes, 2,327, San Diego Rockets, 1968-1969

Michael Jordan, 2,313, Chicago Bulls, 1984-1985

Oscar Robertson, 2,165, Cincinnati Roya

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