Cooper Flagg Injury Status Update for April 9th, 2026
The Mavericks got some good news today — Cooper Flagg has been cleared and is officially available to play. Cooper had previously been listed as Probable, so his return to the lineup is a welcome development for the Mavericks.
Cooper Flagg Season Averages
The Mavericks get back a player who has been producing at a high level this season. In 65 games, Cooper is averaging 20.9 points, 6.6 rebounds, and 4.5 assists in 33.8 minutes per game.
| MPG | PPG | RPG | APG | FGA |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33.8 | 20.9 | 6.6 | 4.5 | 16.9 |
Mavericks Performance With & Without Cooper Flagg
The numbers tell a clear story about Cooper's value to the Mavericks. With Cooper in the lineup this season, the team is 20-45. Without him, they've gone 4-8.
| With | Without | Diff | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Record | 20-45 | 4-8 | — |
| Off Rating | 109.5 | 110.8 | +1.3 |
| Def Rating | 115.0 | 115.8 | +0.7 |
| Net Rating | -5.5 | -4.9 | +0.7 |
| PPG | 113.4 | 114.4 | +1.0 |
Teammate Usage Shift With Cooper Flagg Back
With Cooper back in the lineup, some teammates will see their usage decrease. Players like Jeremiah Robinson-Earl are likely to see reduced touches and shot attempts as the offense flows through Cooper again.
PPG: -7.7 | FGA: -4.3 | MPG: -14.0 | RPG: -4.2
Cooper Flagg Betting Trends
With Cooper returning to the lineup, bettors should be aware of how the Mavericks have performed with him on the floor this season. Here are the key trends:
💰 Betting Trends (with Flagg) P.J. Washington BLK OVER: 21-6 (+13.8u, 0.7 / -126 avg. line) Dwight Powell PTS UNDER: 12-2 (+9.6u, 4.6 / -112 avg. line)
Full Injury Report — Cooper Flagg's Game
Here's the complete injury report for tonight's game. Both teams have key players dealing with various ailments heading into this one:
Mavericks @ Spurs - April 10, 2026 Dallas Mavericks: Daniel Gafford (Out) Kyrie Irving (Out) Dereck Lively II (Out) P.J. Washington (Out) San Antonio Spurs: Stephon Castle (Out) Victor Wembanyama (Out)
Cooper is expected to resume his normal role in the lineup tonight. Stay tuned for more injury updates and lineup news for the Mavericks and the rest of the league.