Duke's Jon Scheyer Fires Back at Cooper Flagg with Epic Response

It was a light-hearted dig, but it also showed the relationship Scheyer and Flagg had developed during the season. 

The Duke head coach quickly pivoted to a more serious tone.

"Cooper was incredible this year," Scheyer said. "And and you know it's the fact that he showed up every day, was an incredible teammate, always came with great energy, and then I think what he did on the court speaks for itself."

Flagg, the former No. 1 overall recruit, had one of the most impressive freshman campaigns in recent memory. 

He led Duke in five major statistical categories and helped propel the Blue Devils into national contention.

But what stood out even more than his numbers was how he carried himself.

"Cooper, it was a great big guy," Scheyer concluded. "Love coaching you, man."

The back-and-forth between Scheyer and Flagg—who’s now off to the NBA—offered a rare glimpse into their locker room dynamic. 

It wasn’t all business. There was joy, competition, and plenty of laughs.

And if you ask Scheyer, he won’t forget the wins in horse anytime soon.

Cooper Flagg left a mark at Duke. And judging by Scheyer’s grin, that mark was just as personal as it was professional.