The Dallas Mavericks just pulled off a major surprise by winning the 2025 NBA Draft Lottery, despite having only a 1.8% chance to get the top pick. This gives them the right to draft Cooper Flagg, the star freshman from Duke and the most likely No. 1 pick.
Key Points:
- Dallas had just a 1.8% chance to win the lottery.
- They now have the No. 1 overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft (June 25).
- Cooper Flagg, a 6’9″ forward from Duke, is expected to be picked first.
- The Mavericks have never won the lottery before this.
- Other top picks:
- No. 2: San Antonio Spurs
- No. 3: Philadelphia 76ers
- No. 4: Charlotte Hornets
This win is a big deal, especially after the Mavericks traded away Luka Dončić to the Lakers earlier this year — a move that shocked and angered fans.
What Cooper Flagg Brings:
- Averages at Duke:
- 19.2 points per game
- 7.5 rebounds
- 4.2 assists
- 1.4 blocks
- Won National Player of the Year and other major college awards.
- Led Duke to a 35-4 record and a Final Four appearance.
- Known for being versatile, smart, and ready to play at the NBA level.
Mavs Get a Fresh Start After Dončić Trade
After the risky and controversial trade of Luka Dončić, this lottery win gives the Mavericks a chance to rebuild quickly with Flagg as the new centerpiece.
What This Means for Dallas:
- Flagg joins a team that still has Kyrie Irving and Anthony Davis.
- The team missed the playoffs this year but now has a reason to hope again.
- Former Mavs star Rolando Blackman said: “It’s been a rough year… but this helps move the franchise forward.”
Other Top Prospects to Watch:
- Dylan Harper (Rutgers): A 6’6” guard with scoring and playmaking skills.
- Ace Bailey (Rutgers): A 6’10” forward with athleticism and defensive potential.
The draft will take place on June 25-26 at Barclays Center in Brooklyn. All eyes will be on Dallas — and on Cooper Flagg — as the team starts a bold new chapter.
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