Overview

• Cooper Flagg was chosen first overall by the Dallas Mavericks after they won the draft lottery despite holding just a 1.8% chance.
• Flagg averaged 19.2 points, 7.5 rebounds and 4.2 assists at Duke, earning ACC Player of the Year, AP Player of the Year, Wooden and Naismith awards in his freshman season.
• His ‘positionless’ approach and two-way impact drew comparisons to Kawhi Leonard and earned high praise from LeBron James, who called him “amazing.”
• Mavericks management envisions integrating Flagg’s versatility with All-Stars Anthony Davis and Kyrie Irving to solidify their revamped roster.
• With the second overall pick, the San Antonio Spurs selected Rutgers guard Dylan Harper to join Victor Wembanyama and bolster their young core.