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Cooper Flagg Returns, Mavericks Face Magic

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Orlando Magic fans rejoice as Dallas Mavericks rookie sensation Cooper Flagg is set to return tonight, ending his eight-game absence due to a midfoot sprain. Flagg, a Rookie of the Year contender, averages 20.4 points, 6.6 rebounds, and 4.1 assists per game. His return boosts Dallas chances, as they struggled without him, going 2-6 in his absence. Flagg is a game-time decision for tonights game against Orlando, with a doubtful appearance tomorrow in Boston. Meanwhile, Orlandos Anthony Black and Wendell Carter Jr. are questionable for tonights matchup.

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Cooper Flagg Returns, Mavericks Face Magic

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NBA News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Cooper Flagg Returns, Mavericks Face Magic. Machine-transcribed; use the interactive transcript above to jump the player to any line.

0:00It's March 5th for the NBA. Let's get into it. Orlando Magic fans have exciting news heading into tonight's game at Kia Center. Dallas Maverick's rookie sensation Cooper Flag is expected to return after missing eight straight games, and it will be his only visit there this season. Flag has been sideline since February 10th due to a midfoot sprain that kept him out of all-star events. The 19-year-old Phenom averages 20.4 points, 6.6 rebounds, and 4.1 assists per game, putting him back in the rookie of the year mix. Maverick's fans and betters breed the sigh of relief as his former dupe teammate lost some ground in the odds during the absence. Dallas struggled without him, going two wins and six losses, including seven straight defeats before his injury. From General Manager Michael Finley confirmed to local radio that suiting up against Orlando is the plan, though Flag remains a game time. Decision. He is unlikely to play tomorrow in Boston on the back-to-back.

1:03Meanwhile, Orlando Gart Anthony Black and Center Window Carter Jr. are questionable, but made it through shoot-around. This marks the first match-up of the season between the teams, with Dallas holding a strong all-time edge. This story is made possible by our sponsor, See the episode description. Do not just fall asleep. Drift into what you are listening to. S-O-L-L-I-SaliPillow.com. Do not just fall asleep. Drift into what you are listening to. S-O-L-I-SaliPillow.com. Drift into what you are listening to.

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