Chest started 19 games for LSU this season and developed into a strong rebounder with scoring upside. Chest had at least 10 rebounds in nine games. He peaked with a season-high 18 rebounds at Alabama.

But he finished the game as Duke's top rebounder, pulling down eight boards. Flagg was named MVP of the East Regional after averaging 23 points, 7.5 rebounds and 5 assists in two games.