Duke's sensational freshman phenom, Cooper Flagg, has officially declared for the 2025 NBA draft after a stellar season that saw him dominate both ends of the court. The 6-foot-9 forward, who reclassified to join Duke in 2023, was a force to be reckoned with, averaging 19.2 points, 7.5 rebounds, and 4.2 assists per game while leading the Blue Devils to a Final Four appearance. Flagg's standout performance was highlighted by setting the ACC freshman record for points in a game with a dazzling 42-point outing against Notre Dame.
Flagg's decision to enter the NBA draft comes as no surprise, as he was widely projected to be the top pick thanks to his exceptional skills and impact on the court. Duke coach Jon Scheyer praised Flagg not only for his impressive statistics and on-court performance but also for his leadership and team-first mentality. Despite battling through an ankle injury during the ACC tournament, Flagg bounced back with a 30-point masterpiece in the Sweet 16, solidifying his status as the consensus National Player of the Year and Wooden Award winner. NBA fans can't wait to see what this future star will bring to the professional basketball stage.