Cooper Flagg’s 2025 plans are officially locked in, and the 18-year-old Duke sensation is taking his shot. In a video shared to Instagram on April 21, Flagg announced that he’s entering the 2025 NBA Draft. After one electrifying season with the Blue Devils, he’s ready for the big leagues. “New fans, my teammates, the brotherhood, and everybody that was along for this journey, it was an incredible year,” he said, reflecting on his freshman year that turned him into a household name.
Despite Duke’s early exit from March Madness, Flagg isn’t letting that slow his momentum. “Duke has always been a dream for me, but I’m excited to announce I’ll be entering my name into the 2025 NBA Draft,” he told fans. Cooper Flagg wrapped the video with a heartfelt shoutout to Duke’s iconic basketball culture: “Today is just the beginning, but I have the brotherhood with me for life.”
The announcement was met with a wave of support, including some playful jabs. Duke teammate Ryan Young joked in the comments, “Congrats Coop, hope someone will take a chance on you in the mid- to late second round,” teasing the fact that Flagg is projected to be a top three pick this June.
Flagg, who hails from Maine, only played one season at Duke but made a huge impact. His story isn’t just about his rise, it’s also about family. He’s a twin, and his brother, Ace Flagg, has committed to play at the University of Maine, where their mom, Kelly, also played college basketball. The Flagg family takes game days seriously, Kelly admitted to PEOPLE that she’s “very superstitious,” always sitting in the same seat next to the same person. Meanwhile, her husband won’t even wear Duke gear on game days, just to keep the luck flowing.
The news has officially kicked off a new chapter not just for him, but for Duke fans who’ve watched him dominate on the court and for NBA teams eyeing his potential. He’s got raw talent, insane court vision, and that quiet confidence that screams future superstar.
Are you pumped to see where Cooper lands in the draft?
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