Flagg missed the first game of his brief NBA career Wednesday night after falling ill, but he'll return to the hardwood Friday evening to take on New Orleans. The rookie forward is playing well of late, averaging 18.8 points, 5.8 rebounds, 3.4 assists, 1.4 steals and 1.0 blocks over his previous five appearances.

Charlotte Hornets' Kon Knueppel is the most impressive rookie in the NBA according to one NBA veteran who has played against Cooper Flagg and others.