Cooper Flagg strolled into UNLV’s Thomas and Mack Center at 4:17 p.m. on Thursday, wearing Dallas Mavericks gear, bright white New Balance shoes, and an emotionless look on his face as he passed through security.

This will be the first time we see Cooper Flagg playing in a Dallas Mavericks uniform. The first overall pick of the 2025 NBA Draft will be tested from the jump, as Jason Kidd said he wants to see Flagg play at point guard.

League is getting a lot of attention this year, and to say fans are excited for one particular matchup would be an understatement. Cooper Flagg, the 2025 No. 1 overall pick, is making his summer league debut with the Dallas Mavericks as they face Bronny James and the Los Angeles Lakers in a game that's making history before it even begins.