Cooper Flagg has already generated plenty of attention, and at just 18 years old, he’s a widely known talent. Although his twin brother Ace doesn’t command as much buzz, he still has significant hype.

The Nets were one of several teams who learned this the hard way on Monday in Chicago. Despite holding the sixth-best odds in the Cooper Flagg sweepstakes, the ping pong balls didn’t fall in Brooklyn’s favor, leaving it with the No. 8 pick in June.

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Cooper Flagg showcased his athleticism during the NBA Draft Combine's pro lane agility drill in Chicago, leaving the officials impressed.

NBA fans on X chimed in with their reactions to the Flagg-Pippen comparison as it grabbed attention on social media. One user commented that Flagg's ability to take over a game is more reminiscent of LeBron James than Scottie Pippen, while another questioned whether Flagg is the same type of "quick-twitch" athlete Pippen was in his prime.