Cooper Flagg’s time at Duke was always expected to be short but spectacular, with everyone predicting he’d be the No. 1 pick in the NBA Draft. But now, things have taken an interesting turn, and fans are on high alert. Earlier this week, Duke Basketball shared a photo of Flagg at practice, but something was off—he was dribbling an NBA ball and, even more noticeably, rocking New Balance sneakers instead of his usual Nikes.
That tiny detail sent the internet buzzing, with one fan commenting, “Wearing the New Balance. Not a good sign.”
Flagg’s sneaker switch is more than just a fashion statement. Duke is a Nike school, and players are rarely seen in anything else. So, is this a quiet signal that Flagg is ready to make the jump to the NBA? Or just a bit of harmless experimentation? Whatever the reason, the rumor mill is spinning, and everyone’s eager to see what Flagg does next. Will he stay, or is this the beginning of his pro journey? Stay tuned—this story is just getting interesting.
Wearing the New Balance. Not a good sign.
— BK12 (@12_bk12) April 18, 2025
(This is a developing story…)
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