Sources: Mavs' Flagg (illness) to miss first game

"An illness will sideline Dallas Mavericks rookie Cooper Flagg for Wednesday's home game against the New York Knicks, sources told ESPN."

"Flagg, the No. 1 overall pick, was added to the injury report on Wednesday morning along with forward Caleb Martin and did not participate in the team's shootaround."

"Flagg had started every game for the 4-11 Mavericks despite dealing with left shoulder soreness and a sprained right thumb that has required him to wear a splint recently."

"Flagg, 18, is averaging 15.5 points, 6.3 rebounds and 3.1 assists per game."

Cooper Flagg will not play in Wednesday's home game against the New York Knicks because of an illness. He was added to the Mavericks' injury report on Wednesday morning and did not take part in the team's shootaround. Flagg and forward Caleb Martin were both listed on the report. Flagg, the No. 1 overall pick, had started every game for the 4-11 Mavericks despite managing left shoulder soreness and a sprained right thumb that has required a splint. Flagg, 18, is averaging 15.5 points, 6.3 rebounds and 3.1 assists per game.

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