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Anthony Davis Shares Cooper Flagg Comments After Mavericks' Draft
Anthony Davis Shares Cooper Flagg Comments After Mavericks' Draft originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Dallas Mavericks pulled off an epic coup on Wednesday night at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn. Advertisement With just a 1.8% chance of landing the top pick, they selected Duke phenom Cooper Flagg first overall in the 2025 NBA draft. Moments after the selection was official, Dallas released a video of former no. 1 pick and Mavs' center Anthony Davis welcoming the newest no. 1 pick. "From one number one overall pick to another, congratulations, man. Big accomplishment. Welcome to Dallas. Excited to have you. Enjoy tonight with you and the fam," said Davis. "We're going to get some work in soon, but enjoy this night with your fam. Stay safe, and we'll see you in Dallas, champ." Flagg exploded onto the national scene at Duke, collecting nearly every major accolade available to a freshman, including consensus National Player of the Year, ACC Player of the Year, First-Team All-American and multiple freshman honors. Advertisement During his lone season with the Blue Devils, he averaged 19.2 points, 7.5 rebounds, 4.2 assists, 1.4 blocks and 1.4 steals per game, leading the program in each category. At just 18 years old, he arrives in Dallas with high expectations, poised to help a Mavericks team ready to compete right away. Dallas Mavericks general manager Nico Harrison (left) with Mavericks' first overall pick Cooper Flagg (right).Jerome Miron-Imagn Images Davis, originally taken No. 1 overall by the New Orleans Pelicans in 2012, spent seven seasons with the Pelicans before being packaged to the Los Angeles Lakers in 2019. He won an NBA championship in 2020 with the Lakers and has earned 10 All-Star selections, five All-NBA nods and five All-Defensive honors in 13 seasons. Advertisement In a blockbuster midseason trade in February, Davis was flipped to Dallas in exchange for superstar Luka Doncic, marking the first time two reigning All-NBA teammates were traded for each other midseason. Related: Warriors Turn Heads With Steph Curry Post on Monday Related: Ben Simmons Update Announced After Clippers Issue Big Demand This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 27, 2025, where it first appeared.
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6 hours ago
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NBA Fans React to Lakers-Timberwolves Trade
NBA Fans React to Lakers-Timberwolves Trade originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Los Angeles Lakers had a relatively quiet offseason before Thursday. The team made no major moves after getting bounced by the Minnesota Timberwolves in the first round of the playoffs, and it also didn't have a first-round pick. Advertisement Los Angeles did not make a transaction during Wednesday's first round despite its need for a starting center. The Lakers are known for splashy offseason moves, but they haven't made one since acquiring Luka Doncic from the Dallas Mavericks in February. They sent out Anthony Davis in that deal, which left a hole in their frontcourt. However, they finally made a trade during Thursday's second round, via ESPN's Shams Charania. Former Arkansas Razorbacks forward Adou Thiero (3) Maria Lysaker-Imagn Images They sent pick No. 45 and cash to the Timberwolves for pick No. 36, which they used on Arkansas forward Adou Thiero. The 6-foot-6-inch, 218-pounder averaged 15.1 points on 54.5 percent shooting with 5.8 rebounds and 1.9 assists across 27.5 minutes for the Razorbacks last season. Advertisement Even still, many Lakers fans aren't satisfied on social media. "He can't shoot, he's trash," one said. "WE NEEDED A BIG BUT THEY DRAFTED HIGHFLYER," another said. A "high flyer" is a player known for their leaping and dunking abilities. "WOULD IT KILL THEM TO GET A [EXPLETIVE] CENTER," another asked. "There was a [expletive] good center sitting there for the Lakers & they draft this guy? I don't get it," another said. On the other hand, general NBA fans are impressed. "Ngl top 5 pick of the draft," one said. "Seriously a star, just know he averaged a good amount of assists (5 apg + I think) playing as a guard in high school," another said. Advertisement Related: Warriors NBA Champion Emerges as Potential Lakers Target Related: NBA Legend Dwight Howard Was in Tears After Major Personal News This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 27, 2025, where it first appeared.
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7 hours ago
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Lakers Urged to Strike Trade for New $61 Million Starter
Lakers Urged to Strike Trade for New $61 Million Starter originally appeared on Athlon Sports. One of the Los Angeles Lakers' concerns last season is the frontcourt. After trading away All-Star forward Anthony Davis to the Dallas Mavericks for Luka Doncic, the Lakers didn't have an elite big man for the rest of the season. The team settled for Jaxson Hayes as their starting center, which wasn't enough. Advertisement The player that has been linked to the Lakers for a long time is Utah Jazz center Walker Kessler. However, another trade prospect has emerged for the organization. Atlanta Hawks big man Onyeka Okongwu could become available as a trade target. This is because of the Hawks' recent trade move, acquiring 7-foot-2 big man Kristaps Porzingis. The Latvian center is a championship-caliber starter and could very well be the favorite to take over the starting spot for the team in the 2025-26 season. Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James shoots the ball against Atlanta Hawks forward Onyeka Lee-Imagn Images Last season, Okongwu started in 40 of the 74 games he appeared in. There was an expectation that the young big man would be the team's official starting center next season. However, the recent trade move that led them to acquire Porzingis suggests otherwise. Advertisement This gives the Lakers the perfect opportunity to trade for the 6-foot-10 forward-center. Bleacher Report's Kristopher Knox suggested that L.A. should make a trade for Okongwu, if Kessler isn't available in the trade market. "With Porziņģis headed to Atlanta, Okongwu may now be even more available than he otherwise might have been this offseason. Regardless, he should become L.A.'s top trade target if Kessler is indeed unavailable," Knox wrote. It's a good move for the Lakers since Okongwu is on a team-friendly contract. The big man will be on the second year of his four-year, $61.9 million contract. This allows the organization to have more flexibility and add players as they try to contend for a championship. With the Hawks, Okongwu has averaged 9.6 points, 6.7 rebounds and 1.1 blocks. He had his best year last season, as he put up 13.4 points, 8.9 rebounds and 2.3 assists. Related: Hawks Among Favorites to Land $251 Million 3-Time All-Star in NBA Trade This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 28, 2025, where it first appeared.
Time of India
9 hours ago
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Dallas Mavericks star Anthony Davis welcomes new teammate Cooper Flagg after NBA Draft selection
Cooper Flagg (right) poses with NBA commissioner Adam Silver after being selected first overall by the Dallas Mavericks in the first round of the NBA draft in New York. (Image via AP Photo/Adam Hunger) Anthony Davis joined the Dallas Mavericks earlier this year in February after being traded by the Los Angeles Lakers for Luka Doncic. He has now taken it upon himself, one No. 1 overall pick to another, to welcome the new kid in the block. Dallas fans as well as the team are overjoyed with their latest "capture" and social media has been flooded with comments to kingdom come after Cooper Flagg was drafted to the Dallas Mavericks, and his welcome has been rightfully topping the charts. Anthony Davis has a special welcome message for Cooper Flagg The Dallas Mavericks won the lottery to secure the No. 1 draft pick of the season, and to no one's surprise, they selected Cooper Flagg. Flagg was considered to be the top contender for the spot from the very beginning, and the Mavs took full advantage of their position. After the draft selection, Mavericks star player Anthony Davis shared a special congratulatory message for his newest teammate, saying: "I still remember that time you hit that three over me in Vegas last summer. I got to get you back for that." Davis congratulated the youngster and told him to enjoy the night with his family and friends before saying he was eager to meet him and get to work with him. The two of them, alongside Mavs stars Kyrie Irving and Klay Thompson could be a dangerous combination that could stir things up in the NBA in the upcoming season, and fans, especially the Mavs fans, can't wait for it. Cooper Flagg says he is blessed with all the opportunities Cooper Flagg became the No. 1 overall pick during the 2025 NBA Draft , and is now the newest member of the Dallas Mavericks team. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Acclaimed photographer Cristina Mittermeier's dynamic pictures inspire change Rolex Read Now Undo He will be playing Alongside veterans like Anthony Davis, Kyrie Irving, and Klay Thompson, who have seen it all in their long-standing career so far. On getting to play with them, Flagg said he would be like a sponge, soaking up anything he can from his experienced seniors. "Being able to be a sponge. They have been through so much and have so much knowledge." He further added: "I'm feeling really blessed and grateful to be in the situation I'm in. I'm going to soak it all in." Cooper Flagg will be a welcome addition to the team, who did not have a great run last season, especially after the unexpected trade that saw Luka Doncic moving to Los Angeles in a totally out of the blue situation. Fans can't wait to see what this new player brings to the table as the Mavs look to focus on making a turnaround in the upcoming season. Also Read: Masai Ujiri and Toronto Raptors part ways a day after 2025 NBA draft Game On Season 1 continues with Mirabai Chanu's inspiring story. Watch Episode 2 here.
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a day ago
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Watch Live: No. 1 draft pick Cooper Flagg makes debut with Dallas Mavericks
No. 1 draft pick Cooper Flagg is making his Dallas debut. The 18-year-old will be joined by Dallas Mavericks general manager Nico Harrison and head coach Jason Kidd during an introductory press conference Friday at noon. According to the team, after the press conference, Flagg will participate in a Mavs Academy basketball clinic with kids from the Boys & Girls Club of Greater Dallas. Flagg was a sensation in his only year playing college basketball for the Duke Blue Devils. Flagg was the consensus college player of the year, only the fourth freshman to win the Wooden Award, after averaging 19.2 points and 7.5 rebounds while leading Duke to the Final Four. The 6-foot-8 forward led the Blue Devils in all five major statistical categories, and has already proven his game can hold up against the pros when he played well last summer during an invite to the U.S. Olympic team's training camp. Flagg will join a Mavericks roster already loaded with talent, including forward Anthony Davis and guard Kyrie Irving, who has reportedly signed a new 3-year contract with Dallas. Flagg will wear No. 32 for the Mavericks. How to watch Cooper Flagg's introductory press conference What : Cooper Flagg makes Dallas Mavericks debut Cooper Flagg makes Dallas Mavericks debut Date: Friday, June 27, 2025 Friday, June 27, 2025 Time: 12 p.m. 12 p.m. Location: Dallas Mavericks Practice Facility – Dallas, Texas Dallas Mavericks Practice Facility – Dallas, Texas Online stream: Live on CBS News Texas in the player above, CBS Texas YouTube and on your mobile or streaming device. Note: Streaming plans are subject to change
