It's too early to determine Flagg's long-term status, but his rookie numbers are comparable to those LeBron James had for his rookie season.

A history-making performance by Cooper Flagg pushed him to No. 1 in USA TODAY's NBA rookie rankings. He isn't the only player to move up (or down).

Mavericks forward Cooper Flagg overtakes Kon Knueppel for the top spot after a historic performance on Monday in a loss to the Jazz.

Despite the rough start, rookie Cooper Flagg has been playing extremely well. Pistons' star Cade Cunningham has taken notice.

Cooper Flagg stays No. 1 in NBA Rookie Power Rankings as V.J. Edgecombe rebounds, keeping the Rookie of the Year race tight.

Flagg claims the top position thanks to his across-the-board production and massive role in Dallas. The Mavericks have fast-tracked Flagg into the centerpiece of their offense and defense because the vets are either injured or underwhelming.

Pelicans rookies Jeremiah Fears and Derik Queen have become serious contenders in spoiling No. 1 overall pick Cooper Flagg's favorability for NBA Rookie of the Year.

Inspired by classic athlete kudos, the “Jersey Swap” spot features Flagg, the No. 1 pick in this year’s NBA Draft out of Duke, teaming up with Jake from State Farm and a few unlikely teammates like a coach and a hot dog vendor as they swap "jerseys" to highlight all the great assists that make basketball possible.

Dallas Mavericks star Cooper Flagg became the first 18-year-old in NBA history to score 42 points as the team lost to the Utah Jazz in overtime.

Mavericks rookie Cooper Flagg became the youngest player in NBA history to score 40 points after he dropped 42 in an overtime loss Monday.

Flagg stamped his name at the top of the league’s history books with a career-high 42 points, the most ever scored by an 18-year-old.

Cooper Flagg has clearly found his NBA rhythm over the past month, which is evident in his phenomenal performances during that stretch. After some rookie struggles, during which Jason Kidd experimented with him at the point guard position, the Duke product has shone in full once he returned to his natural role at the forward spot.