The Dallas Mavericks have scheduled a private workout with Cooper Flagg on June 17, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania and Jonathan Givony. The former Duke star is expected to meet with the team as they prepare for the 2025 NBA Draft. The Mavericks, holding the No. 1 overall pick, do not plan to work out any other prospects before the draft. Flagg is also not scheduling additional visits. Sources say both sides are in agreement about his upcoming arrival in Dallas.
Although changes could still occur before the draft on June 25, all signs suggest the Mavericks will select Flagg with the top pick. This marks a historic moment for the franchise, which won the NBA Draft lottery for the first time this spring. The Mavericks had only a 1.8% chance of winning the lottery, making their luck notable.
Flagg is widely regarded as the leading candidate for the No. 1 pick. The 18-year-old had an impressive season at Duke, averaging 19.2 points, 7.5 rebounds, and 4.2 assists. He helped lead the Blue Devils to the Final Four and dominated the ACC with a 19-1 record. Flagg was also named the consensus National Player of the Year.
Following the trade of superstar Luka Dončić to the Los Angeles Lakers, the Mavericks faced unrest among fans. Many called for the dismissal of general manager Nico Harrison after the deal. Despite this, Flagg is set to join a roster that includes Anthony Davis, Klay Thompson, and Kyrie Irving, who is currently recovering from an ACL injury. The Mavericks reached the NBA Finals in 2024 but struggled last season, finishing 39-43 and placing 10th in the Western Conference.
