Duke Blue Devils’ highly touted freshman Cooper Flagg is determined to continue improving as he takes the college basketball stage. Despite the immense expectations surrounding him as one of the top high school recruits in recent years, Flagg emphasized that he never claimed to be perfect. In an interview, the 6’9″ forward admitted to the challenges of transitioning from high school to the NCAA, acknowledging that mistakes are part of the process.
Flagg, who has already showcased his versatility and skill set as a top-tier prospect, committed to learning from every misstep. “I’m not perfect, and I know I need to clean up some mistakes, but I’m working every day to get better,” Flagg shared, focusing on his growth as a player. His humility in recognizing areas for improvement has resonated with both teammates and fans.
The pressure to live up to the hype of being a future NBA star can be overwhelming, but Flagg is determined not to let it distract him from his ultimate goal: contributing to Duke’s success. “I want to keep working hard and show what I can do. But I also want the fans to know that I’m committed to giving my best effort every game,” he added.
Flagg also called on Blue Devils fans to stand behind him and the team. While the expectations are high, he believes that support from the loyal fanbase is vital for success. “I’m always going to give it my all,” he stated. “Having the fans behind me is important, and I’m ready to embrace the challenge.”
As Flagg works to refine his game, his focus on improvement, humility, and team-first mentality is likely to endear him even more to the Duke faithful.