The Dallas Mavericks will face the Oklahoma City Thunder at home on Sunday, entering the match after a 124-105 defeat to the Memphis Grizzlies in Texas. The Mavs have now announced that Cooper Flagg will miss his seventh straight game due to an injury, continuing his absence from the lineup.
Kevin Gray Jr. of DLLS Mavs reported:
“The Mavericks list Cooper Flagg (left midfoot sprain) OUT for tomorrow night against the Thunder, it will be his 7th straight missed game for Dallas with the foot injury #MFFL”
Details on Cooper Flagg’s First NBA Season
Cooper Flagg, the first overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft from Duke, has had a strong rookie season despite his recent injury struggles. Over 49 games, he has averaged 20.4 points, 6.5 rebounds, 4.1 assists, and 1.2 steals per contest, shooting 48.2% from the field and 30.2% from beyond the arc. Flagg has demonstrated his skills as a reliable scorer and playmaker for the Mavericks.
On February 5, Noah Weber of The Smoking Cuban remarked,
“Cooper Flagg is going to be an elite three-level scorer once that 3-point shot comes around. He already looks so comfortable shooting mid-range jumpers off the dribble, going either direction, and his finishing at the rim is incredible for a 19-year-old. Scary hours for the rest of the league.”
Current State of the Dallas Mavericks Team
The Mavericks are currently positioned 12th in the Western Conference with a 21-38 record across 59 games. The team is enduring a challenging stretch, having lost their last two games and won just two out of their last ten contests. This difficult period is compounded by the absence of key rookie Cooper Flagg due to his ongoing foot injury.
Following their upcoming game against the Thunder, the Mavericks are scheduled to travel to North Carolina to play against LaMelo Ball and the Charlotte Hornets this Tuesday. These matchups will be critical for Dallas as they strive to improve their standing in the conference.
Significance of Flagg’s Absence and Future Outlook
Cooper Flagg’s continued absence poses a significant challenge for the Mavericks’ hopes of a playoff push this season. With Flagg proving to be a vital contributor when healthy, his return is eagerly anticipated by the team and fans alike. The recovery from a left midfoot sprain can be unpredictable, and the timing of his comeback will likely influence Dallas’ competitiveness moving forward.
Coach Jason Kidd and the Mavericks will need to adjust their strategies in Flagg’s absence, relying on other players to fill the void while protecting Flagg’s health for the long term. How quickly Flagg can reintegrate into the lineup and regain his early-season form could have a major impact on Dallas’ performance in the final stretch of the season.
The Mavericks list Cooper Flagg (left midfoot sprain) OUT for tomorrow night against the Thunder, it will be his 7th straight missed game for Dallas with the foot injury #MFFL
— Kevin Gray Jr. (@KevinGraySports) February 28, 2026
Cooper Flagg is going to be an elite three-level scorer once that 3-point shot comes around.
He already looks so comfortable shooting mid-range jumpers off the dribble, going either direction, and his finishing at the rim is incredible for a 19-year-old.
Scary hours for the…
— Noah Weber (@noahweber00) February 6, 2026
