Content overview: “Mavericks' Cooper Flagg Injured on Flagrant Foul by Pacers' Aaron Nesmith”. Dallas Mavericks star Cooper Flagg, the reigning NBA Rookie of the Year, exited Friday night's game against the Indiana Pacers after a hard foul by Aaron Nesmith. Nesmith was assessed a flagrant foul for the play, which left Flagg clutching his shoulder. The incident sparked immediate tension on the court, with Mavericks players confronting Nesmith. Flagg, a cornerstone of Dallas's young core, has been pivotal this season, averaging over 20 points per game.
His injury status is unclear, but any extended absence could derail the Mavericks' playoff push. The Pacers, fighting for seeding in the East, may also face scrutiny over physical play. The NBA will review the foul for potential further discipline. For the Mavericks, the priority is Flagg's health as they await imaging results. The full version stays on the original page, which this listing opens directly.