As Duke’s highly anticipated NCAA Tournament run kicked off on Friday, all eyes were on freshman sensation Cooper Flagg. But amid the electrifying atmosphere in Raleigh, another Flagg family member stole the show, his grandmother.
With Duke facing No. 16 seed Mount St. Mary’s in the first round, Flagg’s grandmother arrived in style, sporting a custom sweater emblazoned with her grandson’s face. The bold fashion choice instantly captivated fans, making her the latest member of the Flagg family to grab headlines this season.
Coop's grandma bringing the absolute heat w/ the custom sweater 🔥🔥🔥🔥 pic.twitter.com/tbDo3bY0T6
— Duke Men’s Basketball (@DukeMBB) March 21, 2025
Cooper Flagg’s Granny Got The Attention
The moment quickly spread across social media, where fans couldn’t get enough of Flagg’s grandmother and her game-day outfit.
“Tell granny I need me one lol,” a fan posted on X, echoing the widespread admiration.
Tell granny I need me 1 lol https://t.co/HeirNSm5dP
— Tone (@_TONEYMontana) March 21, 2025
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Another user simply called it “Straight fire.”
Straight 🔥 https://t.co/2Qyxug2cwN
— Riley Gates (@Riley_Gates) March 21, 2025
The sweater’s popularity skyrocketed, with many pointing out that she had worn it in an AT&T commercial alongside Cooper, which debuted during March Madness.
Duke’s freshman star isn’t the only Flagg making waves. His mother, Kelly Flagg, previously found herself in the spotlight for her spirited antics during one of Duke’s matchups against North Carolina. Now, with his grandmother’s courtside presence turning heads, it’s clear that the Flagg family embraces the spotlight just as much as Cooper does on the court.
As for the highly anticipated matchup, Duke entered the tournament riding a wave of momentum despite Flagg’s recent ankle injury. The ACC Player of the Year was officially cleared to play, providing a much-needed boost for the Blue Devils. Flagg, who has led Duke in nearly every major statistical category, returned with the weight of expectations on his shoulders—but also with his biggest supporters watching from the stands.
While Flagg’s performance remains the key to Duke’s championship aspirations, his grandmother’s viral moment added an extra layer of excitement to an already thrilling March Madness opener. If her sweater is any indication, the Flagg family is more than ready for the madness to continue.
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