Anthony Davis and Jrue Holiday left stunned by 17-year-old Cooper Flagg at Team USA practice

Cooper Flagg, who will attend Duke in the fall, is projected to be the No. 1 pick in the 2025 NBA draft.

Anthony Davis and Jrue Holiday left stunned by 17-year-old Cooper Flagg at Team USA practice

Cooper Flagg, a 17-year-old basketball prodigy, impressed in a scrimmage against the USA Basketball national team, led by LeBron James and Steph Curry. Despite being five years younger than the national team’s youngest player, Flagg showed off his all-around skills, scoring 11 points in a flurry to almost lead a comeback by the select team.

Flagg’s performance was remarkable, with a viral video that showed a sequence that began with a post-up turnaround and step-back move over Jrue Holiday and ended with a three-pointer over Anthony Davis. His play drew praise from fans all over social media and James, who congratulated him after the game and left a lasting impression on those in attendance.

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Flagg’s appeal as a prospect lies in his excellent motor, athletic tools, and innate basketball intelligence. He is an effective ball handler, outside shooter, rebounder, finisher, and defender who can handle assignments in the paint or on the perimeter. 

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Flagg, who will attend Duke in the fall, is projected to be the No. 1 pick in the 2025 NBA draft. Despite the hype surrounding him, Flagg remains humble and focused on his game.

Cooper Flagg sets sights on 2027 World Cup with USA basketball 

Cooper Flagg has set his sights on joining Team USA for the 2027 World Cup in Qatar. The 17-year-old phenom has impressed at the Team USA training camp, leading the select team to a narrow loss against the star-studded U.S. roster.

That's something I'm striving for, just trying to be the best I can and, if I can achieve that and then join the World Cup team in two years, I mean, that's another goal on my list. I'm just working and trying to get better every day.
Cooper Flagg told Joe Vardon and Sam Amick of The Athletic

Flagg’s performance drew rave reviews from coaches and teammates alike, with his poise and understanding of the game impressing many. His goal is to become the best player he can be and earn a spot on the World Cup team in two years.

He is working hard to achieve this goal, and his inclusion in the Team USA training camp is a testament to his potential. Flagg was the lone prep player on the roster and held his own against top NBA stars like Anthony Davis, LeBron James, and Stephen Curry.

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