Good News: He’s Back! Cooper Flagg Returns from Ankle Injury and Ready for March Madness

Duke fans, rejoice! Freshman sensation Cooper Flagg has made a triumphant return to the court following his recent ankle injury. After missing time due to a sprained ankle suffered during the ACC Tournament quarterfinals against Georgia Tech, Flagg is officially back—and just in time for the most thrilling part of the college basketball season: March Madness.

Flagg’s Road to Recovery

The injury, which initially raised concerns about Duke’s tournament hopes, proved to be only a minor setback. Flagg underwent an intensive rehabilitation process, focusing on strength, mobility, and pain management. Thanks to the top-tier medical staff at Duke, he has recovered swiftly and is now pain-free and ready to compete at full capacity.

“I feel great,” Flagg said in a post-game interview. “The rehab went well, and I’m just excited to be back out there with my teammates.”

A Stellar Return Performance

Flagg wasted no time making an impact in his return, leading Duke to a dominant 93-49 victory over Mount St. Mary’s in the opening round of the NCAA Tournament. In just over 22 minutes of play, he put up 14 points, 7 rebounds, and 3 blocks, showing no signs of rust or discomfort from his injury.

His presence on the court was a game-changer, not only as a scorer but also as a defensive anchor. Flagg’s return energized the Blue Devils, who are now poised for a deep tournament run.

What’s Next for Flagg and Duke?

With their star freshman back in action, Duke is looking like a legitimate title contender once again. The team will now prepare for their next matchup, where Flagg’s performance will be crucial in guiding them further into the tournament.

Duke’s head coach emphasized how important Flagg’s return is for the team’s morale and strategy. “Cooper is a special player. He elevates everyone around him. Having him back at full strength makes a huge difference for us.”

As Duke advances, all eyes will be on Flagg to see if he can continue his stellar play and help lead the Blue Devils to a national championship. If his return game was any indication, fans are in for something special.

Duke’s journey continues—and with Flagg back, their championship dreams are alive and well.