April 7, 2026 — Cooper Flagg has moved back to the top of the betting boards for NBA Rookie of the Year, overtaking fellow first-year standout Kon Knueppel, according to updated odds released Tuesday.
The shift marks the second time this season that the two newcomers have traded places as the betting favorite, underscoring a tightening race with less than a month remaining in the regular season. Sportsbooks adjusted their lines Tuesday morning, installing Flagg as the shortest price on the board while nudging Knueppel into the second slot.
Flagg opened the season among the front-runners but briefly ceded the lead to Knueppel after the All-Star break. Strong recent performances, however, have pushed the 19-year-old forward back in front as wagering action intensifies.
Oddsmakers did not disclose exact ticket counts but cited “renewed interest” in Flagg’s candidacy following a string of high-profile outings. Knueppel remains close behind, keeping both players firmly in contention as the stretch run begins.
Source: New York Post
