Mavericks' Top Pick Cooper Flagg Struggles Playing Out of Position at Point Guard

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Dallas Mavericks' No. 1 overall pick, Cooper Flagg, is currently facing a steep learning curve as he's being played out of position as a point forward, tasked with initiating the offense. This 'point guard experiment' is evident in the team's struggles, contributing to their 2-7 start. While Flagg is expected to become a star in the league, his rookie season highlights the challenges of adjusting to the NBA, especially when asked to play an unfamiliar role, taking time to adjust with bumps and bruises along the way.