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Cooper Flagg is setting NBA records only LeBron James managed to in his sophomore year

Cooper Flagg has gotten off to a great start to his NBA career and is delivering on a level fans haven’t seen since LeBron James. Flagg has been absolutely stellar in his sophomore season, putting up excellent numbers and helping…

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Published: Tuesday, 10 November 2026 at 1:04 PM

Key Things to Know

Yardbarker reviewed key early-season highlights across college basketball and the NFL.
Minnesota secured a tight 63-61 last-second road victory against Cincinnati in Week 2.
The opening week of college basketball included a top-five upset and a win by a 28.5-point underdog.

The Story in 60 Seconds

Yardbarker highlights notable early-season sports moments across college basketball and professional football. The college basketball season opened with major upsets, including a victorious 28.5-point underdog, followed by Minnesota securing a 63-61 victory at Cincinnati in Week 2.

Additionally, the report previews a breakdown of the top three rookie performances from Week 9 of the 2026 NFL season. The piece examines how standout first-year players are transitioning into established league contributors near the season's midway mark.

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Cooper Flagg is setting NBA records only LeBron James managed to in his sophomore year

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