Fueling Up on the Bench
Dallas Mavericks star Cooper Flagg has introduced a unique routine during games. The second year forward was recently seen eating a peanut butter and jelly sandwich on the bench during Sunday's victory over the Brooklyn Nets.
Dallas beat the Nets 130-93 after taking a comfortable lead. Flagg went to the bench early in the fourth quarter, put on his warmups, and pulled out his snack. Former Mavericks guard Derek Harper noticed it on the TV broadcast and remarked that it looked good.
This was the second consecutive game Flagg enjoyed his snack. He also ate one on Friday during a 112-100 victory against the Utah Jazz.
Calorie Goals and Great Performance
Flagg delivered impressive numbers in both contests. He recorded 21 points, 10 rebounds, seven assists, and three steals against Utah. He followed that performance with 25 points, five rebounds, and a career high 12 assists against Brooklyn.
Reporters asked the young forward about his mid game meal after Sunday's win. Flagg credited the team strength and medical staff, explaining that he is trying to build muscle and gain weight.
Flagg said he needs to hit his daily calorie targets and stay prepared for back to back fixtures, including a Monday matchup against the Indiana Pacers. He explained that he is just trying to get his calories and stay ahead of it.
Sandwich Preferences and NBA Traditions
When asked about his recipe, Flagg revealed he prefers smooth peanut butter with grape jelly. He also likes peanut butter with banana, sometimes adding honey. Teammate Daniel Gafford sat next to him at the postgame news conference and admitted he was unsure about combining just peanut butter and banana.
Former Mavericks star Dirk Nowitzki explained that players sometimes need a little sugar hit to keep going on the court.
The NBA tradition of peanut butter and jelly sandwiches dates back to Kevin Garnett and the Boston Celtics in December 2007. While Garnett ate his before games, Flagg eats his during the game. The strategy seems to work well for Flagg, who is averaging 24.0 points, 7.0 assists, and 6.6 rebounds this season.
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