“Would be even better if he texted me back”: Jon Scheyer pokes fun at Cooper Flagg ahead of NBA Draft

Jon Scheyer poked fun at superstar Cooper Flagg ahead of the 2025 NBA draft. The Duke coach delivered a message to his former star player in the latest episode of "The Brotherhood Podcast," which premiered on the Blue Devils' YouTube channel on Wednesday.

Scheyer started the fan Q&A by answering a question about Flagg. He was asked how amazing it was to coach the projected No. 1 pick in this year's draft last season. Scheyer joked he wasn't expecting to receive a question about a former Duke player.

"You know, when we said we were going to do this, I wasn’t thinking about getting questions from Cooper," Scheyer said (Timestamp 1:11). "The fact that he has a question—I don't know how amazing I want to say it was, but it was amazing. Beating him in HORSE. Yeah, every day after practice."

Scheyer acknowledged Flagg's greatness on and off the court.

"No, but in all seriousness, Cooper was incredible this year. The fact that he showed up every day, was an incredible teammate, always came with great energy. And I think what he did on the court speaks for itself. But anyway, Cooper—it was great. Big guy. Loved coaching you, man."

Scheyer had one complaint about Flagg, though, drawing some laughs from host Justin Robinson.

"It would be even better if he texted me back right away all the time since he's so in tune. He has the time to send you know questions in the Duke MBB. He should have the time to text me back right away all the time that's one thing I'll say."

Cooper Flagg dazzled in his freshman season with Duke, averaging 19.2 points, 7.5 boards and 4.2 dimes. He also displayed his defensive prowess, leading the Blue Devils in steals and blocks last season. He led the Blue Devils to a 35-4 record in the 2024-25 NCAA campaign before declaring for the NBA draft.

How Cooper Flagg fared under Jon Scheyer at Duke in his first Final Four appearance

Cooper Flagg lived up to the hype in his first season under Jon Scheyer in the collegiate ranks, showing excellence on both ends of the floor. He led Duke to the Final Four for the first time since 2022, averaging 19.5 points in the March Madness wins over Alabama, Arizona, Baylor and Mount St. Mary's.

Cooper Flagg (#2) checks out as head coach Jon Scheyer of the Duke Blue Devils looks on during the first half against the Arizona Wildcats in the 2025 NCAA Tournament. Photo: Getty

He delivered in the Final Four clash against Houston, amassing 27 points, seven boards, four dimes, three blocks and two steals in a brilliant all-around performance. His efforts went for naught, though, as the Blue Devils suffered a 70-67 loss to the Cougars following a stunning collapse in the final minute.