Mavs' Cooper Flagg Discusses Potentially Competing in NBA Dunk Contest

Dallas Mavericks rookie forward Cooper Flagg was asked whether he thought he could participate in the NBA Slam Dunk contest or the three-point contest this year. He provided this response following questions from Mike Curtis of The Dallas Morning News.

Flagg did say "never say never." However, it doesn't appear that the ex-Duke star will be participating in either of the contests this year based on his answers.

The 19-year-old has been exceptional in year one, averaging 18.9 points on 47.6 percent shooting, 6.4 rebounds and 4.1 assists per game.

The No. 1 overall pick in the 2025 draft is the only rookie who made the top 20 in the Western Conference or Eastern Conference in the latest All-Star Game fan voting results.

He's likely a long shot to make the All-Star Game. However, he's a mortal lock to participate in the Rising Stars Challenge, featuring the NBA's best first- and second-year players.

This year's All-Star Weekend will take place from Friday, Feb. 13-Sunday, Feb. 15 in Los Angeles at the Clippers' new home, the Intuit Dome.