Flagg 'long shot' for ACC semis after ankle injury

Duke coach Jon Scheyer stated that freshman star Cooper Flagg is unlikely to play in the ACC tournament semifinals due to an ankle sprain sustained during a quarterfinal win against Georgia Tech, with defensive player Maliq Brown also experiencing a shoulder injury. X-rays showed no fracture for Flagg, who averaged 19.4 points, 7.6 rebounds, and 4.2 assists in the regular season, but Scheyer emphasized the importance of ensuring Flagg’s readiness for the upcoming NCAA tournament. Duke, projected as a top seed in the NCAA tournament, faces uncertainty with key injuries impacting their lineup as they navigate the ACC tournament.

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