10月6日，来自24直播网的报道揭示，独行侠的记者Grant Afseth近日在参与一档播客访谈中，对欧文与弗拉格进行了深入探讨。
Afseth Grant强调道：“欧文展现出了截然不同的风范，他并非表现出老将的傲慢，反而积极且明确地向全体队员传递了接力的信息，‘我们正全力以赴，助力这位即将成为球队未来支柱的年轻球员’。欧文不仅在口头上支持弗拉格，更在实际行动中体现了一名杰出导师和夺冠保障者的风范。无论是在私下还是公开场合，他对弗拉格表现出的无条件的信任和信心，为独行侠新赛季的更衣室营造了良好的氛围。”
In a look back at history, numerous teams that have drafted top picks have grappled with the challenges of integrating seasoned veterans with fresh talent, much like when LeBron James first stepped into the league and the Cavaliers' veterans exhibited an air of superiority, treating the rookie as a mere understudy. Yet, the current situation in Dallas presents a stark contrast, Grant Afseth commented.