Cooper Flagg Becomes ROY Favorite After Historic 40-Point Streak

Cooper Flagg has surged to Rookie of the Year favorite status after recording consecutive 40-point games, becoming the first rookie since Allen Iverson in 1997 to achieve the feat. Following a 51-point performance, Flagg scored 45 points in a 134-128 win over the Lakers. His scoring has been instrumental in ending the Mavericks' 14-game home losing streak, cementing his status as a premier young talent in the league.