Is Cooper Flagg Playing Tonight?
Cooper Flagg is expected to play tonight. The Dallas Mavericks rookie is off the team's injury report and is expected to suit up against the Indiana Pacers, as of Wednesday's official update and according to team sources. Flagg had a brief injury scare after hurting his shoulder in the previous game versus Oklahoma City, but confirmed earlier this week he would play, pending scans. Tim MacMahon, posting on X via @BannedMacMahon, reported that Cooper Flagg expects scans on his left shoulder but anticipates being available Wednesday vs. Pacers, attributing his off night to being "flat" in the second game of his first back-to-back.
Marc Stein, posting on X via @TheSteinLine, reported that Cooper Flagg is not listed on Dallas' injury report for Wednesday's home game against Indiana, despite taking a hit to his left shoulder on Monday night.
The results were clear, so he's back in the lineup for Dallas big for a team that needs a spark after a shaky 1-3 start.
What Happened to Cooper Flagg?
Flagg exited the Mavericks' loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder early with a shoulder injury, managing just two points on 1-for-9 shooting. The injury occurred last weekend, forcing him to cut his game short. He said after the Toronto game that he'd get scans, but expected to return for tonight.
Mike Curtis, posting on X via @MikeACurtis2, reported that Cooper Flagg has his left shoulder wrapped during an official's timeout.
The team labeled the injury as minor, day-to-day, nothing serious. His participation tonight means the scans came back clean and he’s not under any restrictions. If you see a search traffic spike, it’s probably fans double-checking because he left that previous game early, and he’s a hyped rookie.
Disclaimer
This update is based on the latest available reports and team announcements as of October 29, 2025. Player availability can change due to unforeseen circumstances. For official and real-time updates on Cooper Flagg’s injury status and lineup confirmations, always refer to the Dallas Mavericks’ announcements and NBA sources.
