Number 1 Prospect Cooper Flagg

My projection: He is the Number 1 pick

Freshman

SF/PF

6'9

18 years old

Duke

19 PPG - 10 RPG - 3.3 APG - 1.7 BPG - 17 SPG - 2.3 TPG - 28 MPG .455 FG%, .231 3P%, .778 FT%

Cooper Flagg, the most touted HS Prospect of the previous couple of HS classes, he's a really unique prospect imo, he's dominant on the defense with a massive defensive presence which can alter the game, when he doesn't have the ball in his hands or scores he is still making an impact. Flagg does not project as a first option on the court or a impactful iso scorer, outside shot is still being worked on after watching his highlights but his shot shows some promise. I think he is one of the most complete prospects in this class and will turn out to be an amazing NBA player wherever he goes.

Flagg should still be growing at 18 and 6'8, he's got a strong frame and could bulk to handle power forwards better if he wanted to, and he's got the agility to guard anywhere on the floor. He equips good court awareness and his feel for the game is good aswell. An elite rebounder, uses his size and length to make plays on both ends of the court, pushes the ball off the rebound and has solid handles to be a playmaker.

I think he is more of a wing big than a pure PF but can be anywhere on the court. Offensively he's extremly versatile and a skilled player with a smooth touch on his jumpers, on floaters and has a knack for putting the ball in the hoop. He's a 3 level scorer and has a decent 3pt shot although his 3pt shot can be inconsistent at times.

Flagg plays with an edge, an intensity and with attitude. He's a player that's comfortable fitting into the flow of the offense and taking over a game when needed.

Duke can for sure kiss Flagg goodbye this season. Flagg will be a one and done like Bronny.