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Adam Flagler Signed by Oklahoma City Thunder

June 23, 2023
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Baylor Basketball senior guard Adam Flagler was signed by the Oklahoma City Thunder in an undrafted free agent deal Friday morning according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype.

Flagler is now a part of the same organization as Jared Butler, another key member of the 2020-21 National Championship team.

After four years in Waco, Flagler will now embark on a new journey with his decorated collegiate career in the rearview. The unanimous first-team All-Big 12 guard was the leader of the Bears’ attack for the last two seasons after being the first guard off the bench during the 2021 National Championship run.

Through his time at Baylor University, Flagler helped the Bears win back-to-back Big 12 championships as well as earning multiple weekly conference honors and national watchlist selections.

Flagler averaged 15.6 points, 4.6 assists, 2.4 rebounds and 2.5 made threes in 33.7 minutes per game this past season as he assumed full point guard responsibilities for the Bears. He hit 42.6% of his shots from the field, 40% from three and 79% from the free throw line. Flagler’s advanced shooting numbers were 52.8% effective field goal percentage and 56.2% true shooting percentage. 

Flagler started his collegiate career at Presbyterian College where he was named the Big South’s 2018-19 Freshman of the Year.

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Adam Flagler Signed by Oklahoma City Thunder

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JP1037
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11:08a, 6/23/23
This was a long shot anyway but I was hoping he could find a time in need of a spot up shooter.

He is going to have to beat out Jared Butler and I don't see that happening. Jared Butler is a stone-cold scorer at the hoop and from the line and he plays defense.

G Leauge or Europe but I don't think that surprises anyone and that route is still more fun and likely more profitable than sitting in a cubicle making sales calls all day. Playing one more year at Baylor would not have helped him with a crowded and talented guard lineup. Although I do think it will help Jalen Bridges.
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In reply to JP1037 • 11:18a, 6/23/23
Either way I don't think he would have ended up in a cubicle making sales calls. He majored in health science and I think plans on going into pediatric medicine. He is a winner and a special young man, on and off the court.
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11:42a, 6/23/23
Not sure how the Thunder's payroll looks but they have some good young guards. Wallace is guaranteed and Keyontae Johnson was taken in the second round.

Good for Flag!
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12:27p, 6/23/23
Yes, Adam Flagler has signed with the Oklahoma City Thunder after going undrafted in the 2023 NBA draft. Flagler was a four-year starter at Baylor, where he averaged 12.8 points, 3.9 rebounds, and 3.2 assists per game in his senior season.

He was named to the First Team All-Big 12 in 2022-23.
The Thunder are a young team that is looking to rebuild, and Flagler is a good fit for their timeline. He is a versatile player who can score, distribute, and defend. He is also a good shooter, which will be important for the Thunder's up-tempo offense.

Flagler is excited to join the Thunder and start his NBA career. He said, "I'm just grateful for the opportunity. I'm excited to get to work and show what I can do."

The Thunder are a team on the rise, and Flagler could be a key part of their future. He is a talented player with a lot of potential, and he is eager to prove himself at the next level.
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4:32p, 6/23/23
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In reply to Crawfoso1973 • 11:41a, 6/24/23
Crawfoso1973 said:
Either way I don't think he would have ended up in a cubicle making sales calls. He majored in health science and I think plans on going into pediatric medicine. He is a winner and a special young man, on and off the court.


Good point. Meant no offense simply stating playing pro ball is more awesome than majority of graduates even if not big money NBA.
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12:25p, 6/24/23
Good for Flag. I hope it works out for him.
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In reply to Crawfoso1973 • 12:27p, 6/24/23
Crawfoso1973 said:
Either way I don't think he would have ended up in a cubicle making sales calls. He majored in health science and I think plans on going into pediatric medicine. He is a winner and a special young man, on and off the court.
And he'll have a long career overseas to look forward to before he joins the civilian ranks, if he wants it. The NBA may not be in the cards, but he'll definitely have opportunities to play ball professionally.
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7:10a, 7/6/23
Saw OKC roster for summer league, and Adam not listed. Any developments?
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