The 17-year-old Flagg, who has been projected as the possible top pick in next year's NBA draft, had cramping issues in No. 6 Duke's first two games, both victories. That prompted Scheyer to lash out at his staff for not getting his prized recruit in the best possible condition.

Duke freshman Patrick Ngongba (foot) will be available for tonight's game against Kentucky, per a school spokesman. Has yet to play this season. It may depend on whether or not a fellow Duke basketball freshman big man, starting center Khaman Maluach, racks up early fouls in the contest.

Duke coach Jon Scheyer and star freshman Cooper Flagg talk about their team’s Champions Classic loss to Kentucky.