Projected No. 1 overall pick in the upcoming draft, Duke’s Cooper Flagg has officially declared for the 2025 NBA Draft.
One of the most highly anticipated young prospects in the world, Cooper Flagg, has declared for the 2025 NBA Draft.
Duke's star shared a farewell message with Blue Devils fans, officially announcing his decision to turn pro.
"Duke fans, my teammates, the brotherhood, everybody that was along for the journey. It was an incredible year, probably the best year of my life and I have so much gratitude and I feel so blessed for all the opportunities that I was given," Flagg said.
"Duke has always been a dream for me, but I'm excited to announce that I'll be entering my name into the 2025 NBA draft."
"Today is just the beginning, but I have the Brotherhood with me for life," Flagg concluded the message.
The 6-foot-9 forward averaged 19.2 points, 7.5 rebounds, and 4.2 assists in his lone season at Duke, leading the Blue Devils to a 35–4 record and a Final Four appearance.
Flagg was also named the consensus National Player of the Year and became just the fourth freshman ever to win the Wooden Award.
