Cooper Flagg is widely expected to be the first pick in this year's NBA Draft and there is a belief that he is a generational talent the likes of which we have not seen in a long time. The Duke freshman is leading his team in points, rebounds, assists, steals and blocks. That is something that no ACC player has done for 25 years.
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An already-crowded Philadelphia 76ers injury report added another name ahead of Monday’s action against the Chicago Bulls, as Tyrese Maxey has been downgraded.
The Knicks barely escaped the Bulls, pulling out a 113-111 win in overtime. Josh Giddey led the way for Chicago with 27 points and 16 rebounds, while All-Star center Karl-Anthony Towns dropped 32 points and 18 rebounds to take the Knicks over the hump.
Despite the Bulls' 121-117 loss to the Suns, Buzelis' performance caught the attention of Suns superstar Kevin Durant. Durant, who had a firsthand look at Buzelis during the game, praised the young forward's skills and potential.