Cooper Flagg, the Dallas Mavericks rookie and recent top draft pick, attended the WNBA game at College Park Center on Friday, where the Dallas Wings hosted the Indiana Fever. The Fever were missing last year’s number one pick, Caitlin Clark, but Paige Bueckers, the Wings’ 2025 number one selection, took the spotlight alongside Flagg’s unexpected presence. This Caitlin Clark WNBA Fever update highlights how Flagg’s attendance energized fans at the game despite Clark’s absence.
Dallas Maverick Rookie Draws Attention at WNBA Game
Just days after being chosen by the Dallas Mavericks as their first overall pick, Cooper Flagg made a strong impression on fans by attending the Wings versus Fever matchup. His appearance at the College Park Center stirred enthusiasm among Dallas supporters and shifted media focus to the promising rookie ahead of the contest. Fans expressed their excitement on social media, eagerly commenting on Flagg’s busy week and his potential interactions with WNBA stars.
“Get some fire Nico chants going gotta teach him we won’t stop until the pink slip drops,” a fan demanded.
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“He gotta be worn out, kinda looks like it. Been a busy week,” a fan assessed Flagg’s busy week.
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“I need a pic of Cooper and Caitlin please,” a comment read.
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“Need that jersey swap,” another fan commented.
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Although Caitlin Clark did not play, Cooper Flagg’s presence lifted the venue’s energy, drawing attention and sparking hope among fans eager to see more connections between basketball’s rising talents.
Paige Bueckers Extends Warm Welcome to Cooper Flagg
Both Dallas basketball franchises secured first overall draft picks in 2025, with the Wings selecting Paige Bueckers and the Mavericks choosing Cooper Flagg. To celebrate this, the Mavericks shared a video on social media in which Bueckers, a standout from UConn, congratulates Flagg and welcomes him to Dallas.
“Hey, Cooper, it’s Paige here from the Dallas Wings. From one No. 1 pick to another, just wanted to say congratulations,” Bueckers said. “Super excited to have you here in Dallas. I know you worked extremely hard to get here, so continue to keep trusting your work, and let’s make this city proud. Excited to see you soon, and congratulations again.”
— Paige Bueckers, Dallas Wings Player
Bueckers has been a key contributor for the Wings, currently averaging 17.7 points, 4.6 rebounds, 5.8 assists, and 1.8 steals per game, making her one of the top candidates for the WNBA Rookie of the Year award in 2025. Fans are hopeful that Cooper Flagg will match this impact in his first NBA season.
Flagg is set to demonstrate his skills at the upcoming Las Vegas Summer League starting July 10, where the Mavericks will face the LA Lakers. This event will offer an early glimpse of how the promising rookie might influence the Dallas franchise alongside stars like Bueckers in the coming years.