Cooper Flagg might be an NBA rookie, but his comment on Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd's playing days has fans buzzing.

That means we are on a fast track toward the Rookie of the Year and All-Rookie Team discussion (and decisions). At this point of the year, it would be unfair to say rookies are complete, but there are more answers than questions.

After growing up as a Celtics fan, the Newport native got his first chance to play in their home arena, and acknowledged it was a 'special' experience.

Orlando Magic forward Paolo Banchero has a connection with Dallas Mavericks rookie Cooper Flagg, who may someday be a Team USA teammate

WMTW sports director Travis Lee spoke to one fan with a custom shirt that reads: "Dual citizenship: Celtics/Flagg Nation."

Dallas Mavericks phenom Cooper Flagg has done a very good job to date of showcasing his spectacular basketball abilities and talents throughout his rookie NBA season. MORE: Bill Simmons reveals NBA return date for Celtics star Jayson Tatum While Flagg has missed the past few games as a result of a sprain to his midfoot,

Kon Knueppel has the highest odds to win the NBA Rookie of the Year award, but the latest Cooper Flagg injury update could shake up the race.

The calendar isn’t helping anymore. Every passing game night quietly shifts the balance of power in the NBA’s Rookie of the Year race, and the gap isn’t being created by a bad performance or a slump.