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BackNBA》Flager scored a season high of 43 points, setting a rare record and only losing to James.
NBA》Flager scored a season high of 43 points, setting a rare record and only losing to James.
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NBA》Flager scored a season high of 43 points, setting a rare record and only losing to James.

The No. 1 pick has a career high, and Irving played two consecutive days for the first time since his injury.

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  • The Mavericks defeated the Pacers 125-122 at home.
  • Flagg scored 43 points, 10 rebounds and 6 assists, setting a season high.
  • Irving scored 35 points and made a three-pointer.

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Why It Matters

The Mavericks played back-to-back games at home against the Pacers. Flagg scored 43 points, 10 rebounds and 6 assists, setting a season high, and became the first player since Durant in 2008 to achieve "40 points, 10 rebounds, and 5 assists" in a single game before the age of 20. Irving scored 35 points and made a three-pointer. This was the first time he played two consecutive days after injury. The 38 minutes was also his highest playing time this season.

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Flagg posted an all-around score of 43 points, 10 rebounds and 6 assists. (AP)

[Sports Center/Comprehensive Report] The Mavericks faced the Pacers at home today. Although they played back-to-back games, they still won the game 125-122 under the leadership of No. 1 pick Cooper Flagg who scored 43 points.

After the Mavericks beat the Nets yesterday, they continued to face the Pacers at home today. Although they fell behind by 13 points in the first half, the team overcame a double-digit deficit. Kyrie Irving tied the score with a layup at the end of the third quarter. Irving made a three-pointer at 9 and a half minutes of the final quarter and led all the way to the end.

In this game, Flagg had 43 points, 10 rebounds and 6 assists, setting a new season high in scoring. According to "ESPN" statistics, the 19-year-old Flagg has scored more than 30 points in a single game 14 times in his career. In history, before the age of 20, only LeBron James scored more than 20 points in a single game 20 times.

In addition, Flagg is also the first player since Kevin Durant in 2008 to score "40 points, 10 rebounds, and 5 assists" in a single game before the age of 20.

It is worth mentioning that Irving started the game today and scored 35 points in 38 minutes. This was the first time he played for two consecutive days after his injury, and 38 minutes was also a new high for his playing time this season.

What to Watch

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  • The Mavericks will continue to be led by Flagg and Irving in the subsequent games to strive for victory.

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Open Questions

  • In which city will the match between the Mavericks and Pacers be held?
  • Is Flagg's exact age 19?

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