Flagg is from Maine (who does not have a team), so the Celtics are the closest NBA city. Tatum also played at Duke (where Flagg was). This article was originally published on www.si.com/fannation/nba/fastbreak as Cooper Flagg Makes Honest Statement About Boston Celtics Star Jayson Tatum.

Jayson Tatum shares a photo with Cooper Flagg on Instagram as Flagg names Tatum his favorite player and biggest inspiration.

Cooper Flagg Turns Heads With Jayson Tatum Message After NBA Draft originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Cooper Flagg entered the 2025 NBA Draft with enormous expectations after a dominant freshman season at Duke. The 18-year-old forward had long been projected as the No. 1 overall pick, and on draft night, the Dallas Mavericks made it official.