Portland Sea Dogs to Give Away Cooper Flagg Bobbleheads

Maine's minor league baseball team celebrates hometown NBA rookie sensation.

Apr. 3, 2026 at 10:04pm

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A dynamic illustration captures the excitement and energy surrounding Maine native Cooper Flagg's rise to the NBA.Portland Today

The Portland Sea Dogs, a minor league baseball team in Maine, has announced that they will be giving away Cooper Flagg bobbleheads at an upcoming game. Flagg, a native of Maine, is currently in his rookie season playing in the NBA.

Why it matters

Flagg's rise to the NBA has generated a lot of excitement and pride in his home state of Maine. The bobblehead giveaway is a way for the local minor league team to celebrate Flagg's success and connect with fans who are eager to support a homegrown basketball star.

The details

The Cooper Flagg bobbleheads will be given away at a Portland Sea Dogs game on a date to be announced later this season. Flagg currently plays for the NBA's Boston Celtics after being drafted in the first round out of a local Maine high school.

Cooper Flagg is currently in his rookie season in the NBA.

The players

Cooper Flagg

A native of Maine who was recently drafted in the first round by the Boston Celtics and is currently playing in his rookie season in the NBA.