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Redick: Flagg’s defensive instincts and playmaking ability are far superior to most 18-year-olds

6:49pm, 16 October 2025【Basketball】

October 16th: In a preseason game that ended today, the Lakers lost to the Mavericks 94-121. After the game, Lakers coach JJ Redick accepted an interview with the media and talked about Mavericks rookie Cooper Flagg.

Redick said: "He is really not like anyone else. I know many people are comparing him to Grant Hill now. Cooper is a very special player. His defensive instincts and organizational skills far exceed most 18-year-olds."

In this game, Flagg played 28 minutes and scored 13 points, 2 rebounds and 3 assists.