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Mavs' Cooper Flagg joins LeBron in elite scoring milestone
19-year-old Flagg becomes second-youngest player to reach 1,000 career points in NBA
Mar. 6, 2026 at 12:52am
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In his first game back from injury, Dallas Mavericks rookie Cooper Flagg scored his 1,000th career point, joining LeBron James as the only players to reach that milestone before turning 20 years old. Flagg, a 19-year-old phenom, accomplished the feat in just his 49th NBA game, showcasing his prodigious scoring talent.
Why it matters
Flagg's rapid ascent to 1,000 points puts him in rarified air alongside some of the NBA's all-time greats like LeBron, Kobe Bryant, and Kevin Durant. His ability to achieve this milestone at such a young age highlights his immense potential and the Mavericks' promising future with Flagg leading the way.
The details
Flagg scored his 1,000th career point on his first basket of the game against the Orlando Magic on Thursday. At 19 years and 74 days old, he became the second-youngest player in NBA history to reach the 1,000-point mark, trailing only LeBron James who did it at 19 years and 41 days old. Flagg is also the top rookie scorer in the league this season, averaging 20.4 points per game.
- Flagg reached 1,000 career points on March 6, 2026.
- Flagg had missed 8 games prior to Thursday's game due to a recent foot injury.
The players
Cooper Flagg
A 19-year-old rookie forward for the Dallas Mavericks who has emerged as one of the league's top young talents.
LeBron James
A legendary NBA player who was previously the youngest to reach 1,000 career points at 19 years and 41 days old.
What they’re saying
“Cooper Flagg eclipsed 1,000 career points with his first basket of the game tonight in Orlando.”
— Mavs PR
What’s next
Flagg will look to continue his impressive rookie campaign and help the struggling Mavericks turn things around. The team will be closely monitoring his recovery from the recent foot injury.
The takeaway
Flagg's rapid ascent to 1,000 career points at just 19 years old puts him in elite company with LeBron James and cements his status as one of the NBA's most promising young stars. His ability to achieve this milestone so quickly highlights the Mavericks' bright future with Flagg leading the way.
