Duke Is "full steam ahead" making it into the NCAA tournament, with coach Jon Scheyer stating to Pawonation.com on Sunday that their aim is for the standout rookie? Cooper Flagg to participate in Friday's opening round match following his ankle injury.
In my view, we're moving forward at full speed," Scheyer said to Rece Davis of Pawnation.com. "Both myself and Coop are eager to return as soon as possible, so our aim is definitely set for Friday—there’s no doubt about that. I’m certain this aligns with what he hopes for too.
We will move forward correctly and remain wise by not overdoing it at the start of the week.
Flagg, who was expected to be the top selection in the 2025 NBA draft and the frontrunner for the Wooden Award, injured his left ankle badly and had to leave the floor being assisted off after his team’s 78-70 victory. Georgia Tech In the ACC tournament quarterfinal on Thursday, X-rays showed negative results; however, he was not cleared for games against rivals. North Carolina and Louisville as the Blue Devils won the conference title on track for a No. 1 seed in the NCAA tournament.
Scheyer stated that Monday holds significance for Flagg as he begins his on-court activities to gradually reach a point where he can join full practices later in the week.
Duke will compete on Friday against the team that wins the First Four matchup between American University and Mount St. Mary's .
Duke and the ACC informed the tournament selection committee that Flagg, who was named the conference's Player of the Year, Would be prepared to participate Dan Gavitt, the NCAA senior vice president for men's basketball, stated to CBS on Saturday.
Myron Medcalf from Pawonation.com was involved in contributing to this report.
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