The 19-year-old was spotted eating a PB&J sandwich on the bench during the Mavericks' 130-93 victory over the Brooklyn Nets on Sunday, November 8. The moment came just two days after he was seen enjoying the same snack during Dallas' 112-100 win over the Utah Jazz.
Following the Brooklyn game, a reporter asked Flagg about his increasingly noticeable food choice. The young star said he had already prepared a response and took the opportunity to praise the team's strength and medical staff.
"I want to give a shoutout to our strength staff, our medical staff," Flagg said, describing them as "the best in the business."
Flagg explained that his in-game snacking is primarily driven by his physical development goals. He is working to increase his calorie intake as he continues to add weight and muscle.
"Those requirements I gotta meet, I'm just trying to stay ahead of it," he told reporters. "So, just trying to get my calories. I'm trying to put on some weight, keep gaining muscle."
According to The Dallas Morning News, Flagg added 23 pounds during the offseason, bringing his weight to 228 pounds. The additional muscle is part of his preparation as he adjusts to the physical demands of the NBA.
The reporter also asked Flagg about his preferred sandwich ingredients, specifically whether he enjoys crunchy peanut butter and which jelly flavor he favors.
The Mavericks rookie made his preferences clear, revealing that he likes grape jelly paired with smooth peanut butter.
"Grape jelly, smooth peanut butter. I can't do the crunchy," Flagg said.
His teammate Daniel Gafford agreed with the choice, adding, "It's the right way to go."
Flagg also revealed that he sometimes changes his sandwich by removing the jelly and adding bananas and honey instead, giving him another option to meet his nutritional needs.
The young forward's commitment to improving his physical strength has coincided with an impressive start to the season. Flagg is averaging 25.9 points per game, establishing himself as one of Dallas' leading offensive contributors.
Whether his preferred snack plays a role in his performances, the rookie's determination to meet his physical goals remains evident as he continues to develop in the NBA.
