Slight distortion detected in Cooper Flagg's left shoulder

The Dallas Mavericks management announced that a slight distortion was found in Cooper Flagg's left shoulder during an MRI. The club said the condition of the young forward will be reassessed within a week.

Footage of the foul Flagg suffered in the game the team won against the Indiana Pacers has also been released. The contact the Duke alumnus took on that play had raised concerns about his health.

The Mavericks will take the court tonight against the San Antonio Spurs with a serious list of absences. Kyrie Irving has also been listed as doubtful to play. The team will play its first game at American Airlines Center with this lineup situation.

Flagg drew attention in his first two games with the team, making 22 of 26 shot attempts. As his health status becomes clearer, his place in the rotation will also be reshaped.