Title: Mavericks Make Miraculous Comeback in NBA Draft Lottery, Secure 1st Pick
In what could only be described as a sports fairytale, the Dallas Mavericks pulled off an astonishing upset at the NBA Draft Lottery, held tonight at the Draft Lottery Drawing. Despite being ranked 11th in the probability list and holding the worst record from last season, the Mavericks managed to defy the odds and secure the first overall pick. This comes just months after the team’s CEO, Rick Welts, had described their previous season as "tumultuous."
The Mavericks’ monumental feat was compared to some of the most fortunate Draft Lottery luck in history. With a mere 1.8% chance of landing the top pick, they’ve matched or surpassed the historic odds of the 1993 Orlando Magic (1.52%), the 2008 Chicago Bulls (1.70%), and the 2014 Cleveland Cavaliers (1.70%).
Dallas Mavericks’ fans can hardly contain their excitement, as the team now has the opportunity to draft top prospect Cooper Flagg. The nine-foot tall center, known for his impressive alley-oops and intimidating defense, will join a Mavs roster already boasting stars like Anthony Davis and Kyrie Irving.
Adding to the Mavericks’ recent good fortune, their WNBA affiliate, the Dallas Wings, also secured the number one overall pick in the 2025 WNBA Draft, selecting Paige Bueckers. This double Draft Lottery victory marks an unprecedented achievement for the Dallas sports scene.
As the first wave of the 2025 NBA Draft unfolds, the order of the first twelve selections is as follows:
- Dallas Mavericks
- San Antonio Spurs
- Philadelphia 76ers
- Charlotte Hornets
- Utah Jazz
- Washington Wizards
- New Orleans Pelicans
- Brooklyn Nets
- Toronto Raptors
- Houston Rockets (via Phoenix Suns)
- Portland Trail Blazers
- Chicago Bulls
Rick Welts and the entire Mavericks organization will surely be raising a glass tonight, toasting to their incredible luck and the promising future that lies ahead. As for the rest of the league, they’ll be watching closely, wondering if lightning can strike twice in Big D.