Mavericks’ Kyrie Irving reveals Cooper Flagg’s ‘ very rare’ trait after defeating Rockets

Kyrie Irving has seen plenty of talented players throughout his NBA career, and he can spot rare talent when he sees it. It was Cooper Flagg’s competitive drive that has already stood out to the Dallas Mavericks veteran. The 19-year-old showed that quality again Friday, helping Dallas hand the Houston Rockets their first loss of the season. After the game, Irving praised Flagg’s ability to embrace high-pressure moments despite having limited NBA experience. The rookie has played only 75 games in the league, but Irving believes his approach separates him from other young players .