The basketball world is buzzing with excitement over Duke commit and Monteverde Academy’s star player, Cooper Flagg. While Flagg is not yet eligible for the NBA draft until 2025, experts predict that if he could declare in 2024, he would likely be the top pick. ESPN’s Jeremy Woo spoke with NBA executives and scouts following the G League Winter Showcase, and they all agree that Flagg’s skill set contributes to winning in a major way. With Montverde’s undefeated record heading into this weekend’s HoopHall Classic, Flagg is currently receiving a lot of interest from NBA front offices.
At 6’9″, Flagg is the undisputed No. 1 recruit in the class of 2024. He is considered an elite two-way prospect, according to Adam Finkelstein of 247Sports. His stock has risen since then as he’s led Monteverde Academy to a 16-0 record and the No. 1 spot on USA Today’s Super 25 basketball rankings.
While Flagg would most likely be the top choice in the 2025 NBA draft, for now, he’s focused on continuing his winning streak with Monteverde Academy before heading to Duke. The Spalding Hoophall Classic in Springfield, Massachusetts, is up next for Flagg and his team. Basketball fans eagerly await Flagg’s future in the sport, and many predict that he will become one of the sport’s greats.