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Dallas Mavericks forward Cooper Flagg will miss Saturday's home opener against San Antonio after sustaining a mild left shoulder sprain.
The injury occurred during Friday's victory in Indiana, and subsequent MRI imaging confirmed the diagnosis. The 2025 first overall draft pick will undergo reevaluation next week, putting his availability in doubt for Dallas's upcoming Monday, Wednesday, and Friday contests.
Flagg, the 2025/26 Rookie of the Year, averaged 21.0 points, 6.7 rebounds, and 4.5 assists across 70 games last season. Through two games this year, he had posted 23.0 points, 5.0 rebounds, and 3.0 steals per contest.
The Mavericks listed 10 players on Saturday's injury report, with six ruled out or doubtful. Among those questionable are Kyrie Irving for left knee injury management, Max Christie with a right shin contusion, Zaccharie Risacher with right hip soreness, and Morez Johnson Jr. with right shin splints.
Coach Dusty May has adopted a cautious approach to injuries during the season's opening week, according to Grant Afseth of Dallas Sports Journal.
Source: Hoops Rumors - Sat Oct 24, 2:58 PM ET
Written by the SportsMafia Wire desk in our own words from the original reporting (AI-assisted, checked against the source).