"Crazy that he was supposed to be in HS this year": Hoops fans react to Duke star Cooper Flagg's high school highlights 

Cooper Flagg, the No. 1 prospect in the 2024 Class continues to impress with his performances at Duke. He helped the Blue Devils to their ninth straight win and fifth straight ACC victory on Tuesday.

While he continues to impress at Duke, a video of Flagg playing for Nokomis Regional High School was posted by Slam High School, an Instagram page that tracks high school hoops. The post highlighted Flagg's handles, athleticism and strength.

Hoops fans took to the comments section of the post to share their reactions.

Hoops fans react to Duke star Cooper Flagg's high school highlights (Image via Instagram/@slam_hs)

"Crazy that he was supposed to be in HS this year as well," a fan commented.

"That clip where dude missed the wide open layup and Flagg dunked it reminded me of Zion😂." one fan wrote.

"Freshman!? Damn, he’s better than most 5th year seniors in college hoops 😂," another fan commented.

More fans took to the comments section to give their reactions:

Hoops fans react to Duke star Cooper Flagg's high school highlights (Image via Instagram/@slam_hs)

"Undoubtedly most deserved No. 1 pick in HS. we've talked about Dybantsa for far too long but imo Flagg is a much much better player than AJ. Clear top 10 pick in the draft also. Top tier movement offensively, easily shrugs off defenders and has an amazing touch on the ball. can't wait to see him in the league," a high school hoops fan wrote.

"He’s doing the same stuff that just shows his early development got him where he is now," an Instagram user commented.

"Out there looking like Brent Barry," one fan said.

"He still love that crossover pu to this day 😂," another fan commented.

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How good was Cooper Flagg in high school?

HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL: JAN 16 Hoophall Classic - Source: Getty

Cooper Flagg was named the 2023-2024 Gatorade Player of the Year when he posted averages of 16.1 ppg, 7.6 rpg, 3.9 apg and 2.7 bpg for the season. In 2024, he was the Naismith Award National High School Player of the Year. He earned a McDonald's All-American selection and was a member of the Jordan Brand Classic and Nike Hoop Summit squads.

He played in the Nike Elite Youth Basketball League for Maine United in 2023 and averaged a double-double with 25.4 points, 13 rebounds, 5.7 assists, and 6.9 blocks across seven games at the Peach Jam tournament. Flagg is currently in his freshman season for the Duke Blue Devils.