The Dallas Mavericks’ improbable NBA Draft Lottery win has set the stage for a new era in Texas basketball. After leaping from a 1.8% chance to the No. 1 pick, the Mavericks are now poised to select Duke’s Cooper Flagg—a generational talent whose upcoming private visit to Dallas signals the dawn of a franchise reset and the most anticipated draft moment since LeBron James.
Cooper Flagg Set for Private Visit with Dallas Mavericks Ahead of 2025 NBA Draft
The Mavericks have scheduled a private workout for Flagg on June 17, firmly signaling their intention to make him the No. 1 overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft on June 25. As NBA insider Shams Charania reported:
“Cooper Flagg plans to have a private visit with the Mavericks in Dallas on June 17, sources tell ESPN. One week after his first official Mavs visit, Flagg is set to be Dallas’ No. 1 pick in the NBA draft on June 25.”
Cooper Flagg plans to have a private visit with the Mavericks in Dallas on June 17, sources tell ESPN. One week after his first official Mavs visit, Flagg is set to be Dallas’ No. 1 pick in the NBA draft on June 25. pic.twitter.com/hznGD60Kch
— Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) June 8, 2025
Flagg, a 6-foot-9 forward, has been the consensus top prospect since reclassifying to the 2024 recruiting class and joining Duke as a 17-year-old. In his freshman season, he exceeded even the loftiest expectations, averaging 19.2 points, 7.5 rebounds, 4.2 assists, 1.4 steals, and 1.4 blocks per game, while leading the Blue Devils to a 35-4 record and a Final Four appearance.
Flagg swept nearly every major national player of the year award and became the first freshman to lead Duke in all five major statistical categories—a rare feat that underscores his two-way dominance. Scouts compare his upside to a blend of Jayson Tatum’s offensive polish and Scottie Pippen’s defensive versatility.
What Flagg Could Mean for the Mavericks
Flagg’s arrival in Dallas marks a seismic shift for a franchise still reeling from the blockbuster Luka Doncic trade and facing an uncertain future with Kyrie Irving recovering from an ACL injury. The Mavericks’ decision not to work out any other prospects for the top pick demonstrates their conviction that Flagg is the right cornerstone to build around.
His impact can be immediate and revolutionary. Thus, items like Flagg’s versatility in defending multiple positions, his ability to create his own shot, and his ability to facilitate teammates are crucial here. These skills also fit perfectly alongside veterans like Anthony Davis and, when healthy, Irving.
Flagg’s words and basketball knowledge are appreciated by NBA icons who share their thoughts about him, such as Chris Paul, who said that Flagg is “as advertised,” having played with him before.
Flagg’s private visit is more than a formality—it’s the first chapter in what could be a defining partnership for both player and franchise. If his collegiate dominance translates to the NBA, the Mavericks may have found the superstar to lead them into a bold new era.
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