Dallas Mavericks defy 1.8% odds on June 2, 2025, winning the NBA Draft Lottery & No. 1 pick! Could Duke's Cooper Flagg be their next star? Historic win!
StatPro NBA Beat Reporter
Mavs Nation, pinch yourselves! In a stunning turn of events that will be talked about for years, the Dallas Mavericks, armed with a mere 1.8% chance, defied astronomical odds on Monday, June 2, 2025, to win the NBA Draft Lottery, securing the coveted No. 1 overall pick for the first time in franchise history. The implications are massive, potentially ushering in a new era for Dallas basketball.
From 11th to 1st! The Mavericks have hit the jackpot, positioning themselves to select a generational talent.
It was a night of improbable joy for Mavericks fans. Represented by franchise legend Rolando Blackman, Dallas watched as their lottery ball combination came up golden, catapulting them from the 11th-best odds all the way to the top spot. This historic win marks only the second time the Mavericks will pick first overall, the last being Mark Aguirre back in 1981. After a season that saw the team miss the playoffs, this lottery victory is a monumental boost, offering a clear path to acquiring a potential superstar. All eyes are now on Duke phenom Cooper Flagg, widely considered the top prospect in this draft class. The thought of Flagg donning Mavericks blue is no longer a dream but a very real possibility, offering a chance to build a new contender.
While the lottery win understandably dominates the headlines, the Mavericks' front office is also working diligently on another important front: retaining fan-favorite guard Dante Exum. Reports surfaced on Monday indicating that the team is actively engaged in negotiations to keep Exum, who was reportedly considering a move away from Dallas. His energy, defense, and connection with the fans made him a valuable piece, and the organization is clearly keen on bringing him back. While no deal is official yet, the commitment to keeping Exum is a positive sign for roster stability heading into a pivotal offseason.
What a day for the Dallas Mavericks! Securing the No. 1 pick changes everything, injecting a massive dose of hope and excitement. The focus now shifts to the draft and the monumental decision that awaits. Will it be Cooper Flagg? And can the Mavs also lock down Dante Exum to bolster the squad? The offseason just got a whole lot more interesting, and the future suddenly looks incredibly bright in Dallas. Stay tuned, Mavs fans, the ride is just beginning!
