In a thrilling matchup, Dallas Mavericks’ teenager Cooper Flagg made history by scoring 49 points against the Charlotte Hornets. This performance, however, was not enough to secure a win, as the Mavericks lost the game 123-121 at the American Airlines Center.
Historic Achievement by Cooper Flagg
At just 19 years old, Flagg has shattered a long-standing NBA record. He surpassed Clifford Robinson’s previous record of 45 points, which had stood since 1980. Robinson set the mark while playing for the New Jersey Nets against the Detroit Pistons.
Youngest to Reach Milestones
Flagg also became the youngest player in NBA history to achieve at least 40 points and 10 rebounds in a game. This milestone adds to his reputation as one of the league’s promising talents.
Impressive Performance by Opponent
- Hornets’ Kon Knueppel, who was Flagg’s roommate at Duke University, contributed a career-high 34 points.
- Knueppel succeeded in eight of his twelve attempts from three-point range, establishing a rookie record for Charlotte.
Remarkable Rookie Records
The combined scoring of 83 points by Flagg and Knueppel marked the highest total for opposing rookies in over 50 years. Additionally, they became the first pair of rookie players from the same college to each score over 30 points in a single game.
Current Standings
The Dallas Mavericks find themselves in a challenging position, currently sitting 12th in the Western Conference. Their defeat to the Hornets marks a fourth consecutive loss. In contrast, the Charlotte Hornets are enjoying a winning streak, having won five straight games and sitting 11th in the Eastern Conference.
