Cooper Flagg and the Duke Blue Devils recently wrapped up a memorable college basketball campaign that saw them make a strong impression in both the ACC and NCAA Tournaments.
Flagg, the highly touted freshman phenom, played a key role in helping Duke secure the ACC Tournament championship. Entering March Madness as a No. 1 seed, the Blue Devils powered through the bracket with impressive wins over Mount Saint Mary’s, Baylor, Arizona, and Alabama before ultimately falling to Houston in the Final Four. Duke closed the season with an outstanding 35-4 record.
With the season now in the rearview, speculation is swirling about Flagg’s future. While many expect the freshman standout to declare for the 2025 NBA Draft, no official announcement has come from his camp. Still, Duke fans were given a glimmer of intrigue on Friday when the program posted a series of photos showing Flagg back in the gym, continuing to train—a subtle sign that he may not be rushing into a decision.
Flagg’s freshman year was nothing short of dominant. He led the Blue Devils across the board, averaging 19.2 points, 7.5 rebounds, and 4.2 assists per game. His two-way prowess also shone through on the defensive end, where he posted team-high averages of 1.4 steals and 1.4 blocks per contest. His impact was felt in every aspect of the game, making him not only a leader on the stat sheet but also a driving force behind Duke’s deep tournament run.
As the NBA Draft inches closer, the basketball world awaits word on whether Flagg will make the leap to the pros or return for a sophomore season. Either way, his freshman year has firmly cemented his status as one of the most promising players in the college game.
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