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Cooper Flagg Sends Strong Message About Caitlin Clark on Friday

Without any doubt, the Dallas Mavericks selected Duke Blue Devils star Cooper Flagg with the No. 1 overall pick in Wednesday’s NBA draft—something he now shares with Indiana Fever superstar Caitlin Clark, who was taken first overall by the Fever in 2024 after a historic career at Iowa.

On Friday, during Flagg’s introductory press conference with the Mavericks, a reporter asked him to name his Mount Rushmore of NBA and WNBA players.

Flagg didn’t hesitate when listing his NBA picks: Larry Bird—his all-time favorite player—along with Michael Jordan, LeBron James, and Kobe Bryant.

As for his WNBA Mount Rushmore, Flagg took a moment to think before selecting Candace Parker, A'ja Wilson, Brittney Griner, and finally, Caitlin Clark. He capped off his list with a strong message about the Fever guard.

“I might put Caitlin Clark on there just because she’s changed the game so much and it’s heading in the right direction," Flagg said. "I just love what she’s been able to do.”

Caitlin Clark is only in her second WNBA season, but she’s already made a massive impact both on and off the court. While she’s a standout player—currently the leading vote-getter for the All-Star Game and firmly in the MVP race—her influence goes far beyond the box score.

Clark has helped reshape the landscape of the league from a fan perspective. WNBA arenas have consistently sold out when she plays, and the attention surrounding the sport has reached unprecedented heights since her arrival.

Cooper Flagg isn’t the first NBA player to praise Clark for all she’s accomplished, and he certainly won’t be the last. Although she’s been ruled out for Friday’s game, her Fever are set to take on the Dallas Wings at the American Airlines Center—the same arena where Flagg will make his home for years to come.

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