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NBA No. 1 Pick Flagg Confirms Romance with Duke Guard

5/16/2026

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Summary

Flagg Confirms Romance

Cooper Flagg and Arianna Roberson confirmed their relationship on May 14, 2026, with Flagg’s Instagram Story kiss and Roberson’s TikTok video in Turks and Caicos outfits.
The romance began after Roberson sat beside Flagg’s parents at his press conference in late April 2026.
Flagg, the No. 1 2025 NBA Draft pick, averaged 21.0 points in his rookie season, while Roberson, a Duke sophomore, averaged 8.0 points as a freshman.

Summary

Flagg Wins ROY

Stephen A. Smith explained why he chose Cooper Flagg over Kon Knueppel for NBA Rookie of the Year.
Flagg served as the honorary pace-car driver for the Würth 400 at Texas Motor Speedway.
At 19, Flagg became the league’s second-youngest Rookie of the Year, behind only LeBron James.
Kelly and Ralph Roberson attended the award ceremony.
Andre Roberson, a former Thunder star, featured in coverage.

History

Historical Context

In 1995 Kevin Garnett became the first high-school draftee in two decades, taken fifth overall by the Minnesota Timberwolves and posting a 10.4-point rookie average. His success sparked a decade of teenage entrants until the 2005 age rule change. In 2026 No. 1 pick Cooper Flagg won Rookie of the Year and drove the Würth 400 pace car, echoing Garnett’s early spotlight.

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Flagg Confirms Romance

Cooper Flagg and Arianna Roberson confirmed their relationship on May 14, 2026, with Flagg’s Instagram Story kiss and Roberson’s TikTok video in Turks and Caicos outfits.
The romance began after Roberson sat beside Flagg’s parents at his press conference in late April 2026.
Flagg, the No. 1 2025 NBA Draft pick, averaged 21.0 points in his rookie season, while Roberson, a Duke sophomore, averaged 8.0 points as a freshman.

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