Meet the NBA's Exciting New Rookies: Montverde Academy Quartet and More

Cooper Flagg went first overall to the Mavericks. His Montverde teammates Derik Queen, Asa Newell, and Liam McNeeley all landed NBA roster spots.

Coach Kevin Boyle's program has become an NBA pipeline, preparing players for the professional transition while they're still in high school. The four rookies reflect on how Montverde's environment—competitive practices, national schedule—prepared them for this moment.