The priority in free agency for the Dallas Mavericks is re-signing starting point guard Kyrie Irving. After that, the team's next priority is adding someone who can start as the lead ballhandler until Irving returns from the torn ACL he suffered last season. Dallas is looking for a fill-in starter until Irving returns. Ideally, that player will then be able to move into a … [Read more...] about Mavericks Looking For Fill-In Starting Point Guard Who Can Complement Kyrie Irving
Cooper Flagg Has Grown One Inch Over Past Year, Stands Nearly 6’8 Barefoot
Cooper Flagg has grown nearly an inch over the past year while adding 12 pounds. Flagg was measured at the NBA Draft Combine at 6'7 ¾ barefoot, 221 lbs, with a 7'0" wingspan and 8'10 ½" standing reach. Flagg's physical profile is similar to Scottie Pippen at a similar age. Flagg is the consensus top overall prospect in the 2025 draft after his freshman season at Duke where he … [Read more...] about Cooper Flagg Has Grown One Inch Over Past Year, Stands Nearly 6’8 Barefoot
Mavericks Won’t Trade Pick, Plan To Select Cooper Flagg At No. 1
The Dallas Mavericks have no plans to trade the top overall pick after winning the lottery on Monday and intend to select Cooper Flagg, sources tell ESPN's Tim MacMahon. The Mavs had only a 1.8% chance of winning the lottery. The Mavericks surprisingly were in the lottery after reaching The Finals in 2024, but they dealt with injuries throughout the season and traded away Luka … [Read more...] about Mavericks Won’t Trade Pick, Plan To Select Cooper Flagg At No. 1
Mavericks To Target Acquisition Of Point Guard In Offseason
The Dallas Mavericks will have an unexpected instant infusion of talent after winning the lottery and their plan to select Cooper Flagg with the first overall pick. However, with Kyrie Irving out until at least January as he recovers from a torn ACL, the Mavericks will need to acquire a point guard. The Mavericks were suddenly without any capable point guards following their … [Read more...] about Mavericks To Target Acquisition Of Point Guard In Offseason
Cooper Flagg ‘Thrilled’ To Join Mavericks After Initial Draft Lottery Shock
Despite his initial visible shock at Monday's draft lottery results, Cooper Flagg is "thrilled" about joining the Dallas Mavericks, sources told ESPN. Dallas secured the top pick with just a 1.8 percent chance of winning the lottery. Sources indicate the Flagg camp quickly recognized the advantages of landing with a playoff-caliber roster featuring established veterans. The … [Read more...] about Cooper Flagg ‘Thrilled’ To Join Mavericks After Initial Draft Lottery Shock