Overview

• The Dallas Mavericks won the 2025 NBA Draft lottery, overcoming 1.8% odds to claim the No. 1 pick for the first time in franchise history.
• The team is expected to draft Cooper Flagg, Duke's standout forward and the consensus top prospect in this year's draft class.
• The San Antonio Spurs, Philadelphia 76ers, Charlotte Hornets, and Utah Jazz rounded out the top five picks in the lottery.
• The Mavericks' improbable win comes months after their controversial trade of Luka Doncic, providing a potential opportunity to rebuild fan trust.
• The NBA Draft will take place at the Barclays Center on June 25-26, where Flagg is anticipated to headline a strong draft class.