Cooper Flagg Drops 31 in Summer League Breakout, But Blames Missed Free Throws—and Mom’s Disapproval

Cooper Flagg bounced back from a slow start in the Summer League, exploding for 31 points for the Dallas Mavericks. Despite the impressive scoring output, Flagg acknowledged his struggles at the free-throw line, an area his mother has consistently emphasized. The Mavericks are focused on helping Flagg refine his shooting mechanics as he aims to become a franchise cornerstone.