The Dallas Mavericks have made headlines by selecting Cooper Flagg from Duke with the number one pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, marking a significant moment for the team’s future. This outcome was widely expected following Flagg’s stellar performance at Duke, making it an easy choice for the Mavericks after their surprising trade of previous star Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers.

Despite having just a 1.8% chance of winning the NBA Draft lottery, the Mavericks managed to secure the top pick and avoided trading it away.

Flagg, often compared to fellow Duke sensation Zion Williamson, impressed in his one year at Duke with averages of 19.2 points, 7.5 rebounds, and 4.2 assists per game, leading the Blue Devils to a 31-3 record.

He garnered multiple accolades, including the Naismith National Player of the Year and ACC Player of the Year honors, becoming only the fourth freshman in NCAA history to win NPOY.

As he transitions to the NBA, observers are eager to see how Flagg will perform, especially with opportunities to learn from established stars like Anthony Davis and potentially share the court with Kyrie Irving.

“Cooper Flagg is going to be amazing on the Mavericks.” - LeBron James
Translation: “Cooper Flagg va a ser increíble en los Mavericks.”