Cooper Flagg, the Dallas Mavericks rookie, was seen wearing a walking boot on his left foot while attending the Duke Blue Devils versus Clemson Tigers game on Saturday. The No. 4 Duke team hosted the No. 20 Clemson in a notable ACC matchup, and Flagg, who is on NBA All-Star Break, showed support for his former college squad despite dealing with an injury.
According to Dallas-based basketball reporter Grant Afseth, Flagg is recovering from a midfoot sprain. Video footage shared by sports anchor Chase Justice of WYFF News 4 captures Flagg walking without visible discomfort as he arrives at the stadium and greets an individual.
Injury Details and Recovery Outlook
Cooper Flagg suffered the midfoot sprain on February 7 during a Mavericks loss to the San Antonio Spurs, where the team was defeated 138-125. The injury’s severity appears mild enough to give Flagg a chance to return for the Mavericks’ next outing on February 20 against the Minnesota Timberwolves.
Cooper Flagg is currently wearing a boot while he recovers from a left midfoot sprain. The Dallas Mavericks play next on Feb. 20 against the Minnesota Timberwolves.
— Grant Afseth, Dallas-based basketball reporter
If Flagg plays in the upcoming Timberwolves game, it would suggest the sprain is likely grade one, typically not a severe condition and manageable with proper rest and support.
Flagg’s Role and Season Performance
Though Flagg played primarily as a small forward and power forward at Duke, Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd has assigned him to the point guard position. This strategic move places Flagg in a more challenging role, accelerating his development in the NBA environment.
Through 49 games this season, Flagg has posted averages of 20.4 points, 6.6 rebounds, and 4.1 assists per game. His field goal percentage stands at 48.2%, while his three-point shooting is at 30.2%. These statistics demonstrate his substantial contribution to the Mavericks.
Next Steps for Flagg and the Mavericks
With the Minnesota game quickly approaching, the Mavericks will be closely monitoring Cooper Flagg’s healing progress in the coming days to make a call on his availability. His ability to return would be crucial, as the team looks to maintain momentum in a competitive NBA season during the post-All-Star break stretch.
Cooper Flagg is currently wearing a boot while he recovers from a left midfoot sprain. The Dallas Mavericks play next on Feb. 20 against the Minnesota Timberwolves. https://t.co/NqtzX2DKg6
— Grant Afseth (@GrantAfseth) February 14, 2026
Cooper Flagg in the building for this one 👀 pic.twitter.com/T4Q9U6htuN
— Chase Justice WYFF News 4 (@ChaseJusticeTV) February 14, 2026
