The Dallas Mavericks have emerged as the leading contender to secure the projected No. 1 overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft. After winning the draft lottery, the team made it clear that they are aiming to select top prospect Cooper Flagg. This move signals a potential new chapter for the Mavericks as they look to rebuild and recover from previous controversial decisions.
At the same time, the Boston Celtics have been active during the NBA Draft Combine in Chicago, reportedly holding interviews with several top prospects. According to NBA insider Kevin O’Connor, Cooper Flagg was one of the notable names interviewed by the Celtics, along with highly regarded prospect Tre Johnson.
The Boston Celtics reportedly interviewed Cooper Flagg at the Combine, per @KevinOConnorNBA
— NBACentral (@TheDunkCentral) May 16, 2025
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Given their recent playoff disappointment, the Celtics’ focus on top prospects is understandable. After being eliminated by the New York Knicks in the conference semifinals with a 4-2 series loss, Boston appears to be preparing for the future. Interviewing players like Flagg and Johnson may be part of a broader strategy to gain insight into rising talent.
Fans React As The Dallas Mavericks Face More Scrutiny
The Mavericks have remained under the spotlight ever since their general manager, Nico Harrison, made the shocking midseason trade that sent Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers in exchange for Anthony Davis. The decision drew heavy criticism from fans, and with Dallas now holding the No. 1 pick, social media lit up following reports that Boston had interviewed Cooper Flagg.
Many fans were quick to suggest that Dallas would never let another opportunity slip away, especially after the backlash from the Doncic trade.
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“Nico can’t fumble twice.. surely right,” one fan commented.
Nico can’t fumble twice.. surely right
— ZEUS BETS (@ZEUSBETS7) May 16, 2025
Another fan reacted to the situation by writing, “There’s no way Dallas is stupid enough to make that trade. Boston should trade Porzingis back.”
There's no way Dallas is stupid enough to make that trade.
— FERR0D (@FERR0D__) May 17, 2025
Boston should trade Porzingis back. 🤣
Despite the Mavericks publicly stating they do not intend to trade their top pick, skepticism lingers. Some fans are already bracing for another controversial move.
“nico harrison trading cooper flagg for tatum incoming,” one user joked online.
nico harrison trading cooper flagg for tatum incoming
— desire (@dgsire) May 16, 2025
“Tatum to the Mavs confirmed,” one comment read.
Tatum to the Mavs confirmed
— Heat Culture (@HeatCulture13) May 16, 2025
Another added, “Mavs trading him for Jaylen brown.”
Mavs trading him for Jaylen brown ✌️
— ooooobk (@FeelLikeOBK) May 16, 2025
The buzz surrounding the Mavericks and Cooper Flagg continues to grow. Fans remain both excited and cautious about what lies ahead for the Mavs franchise.
