• Dallas Mavericks win the NBA draft lottery with a 1.8% chance.
• They are expected to select Duke's Cooper Flagg as the No. 1 pick.
• Flagg averaged 19.2 points, 7.5 rebounds, and 4.2 assists during his freshman season.
• This victory comes after a controversial trade of Luka Doncic.
• NBA Draft scheduled for June 25-26 at the Barclays Center in New York.

The Dallas Mavericks have won the NBA draft lottery, securing the No. 1 overall pick and the opportunity to draft highly regarded prospect Cooper Flagg. This astonishing victory occurred despite the Mavericks having only a 1.8% chance of winning, making them the fourth team in history to overcome such odds, following the 1993 Orlando Magic, who had a 1.52% chance, according to HuffPost and Sfgate.

Cooper Flagg, the standout freshman from Duke, is expected to be the first selection in the upcoming draft. During his college season, Flagg averaged 19.2 points, 7.5 rebounds, and 4.2 assists, showcasing his potential as a future star. His ability to handle pressure was evident, as he led Duke to the Final Four and earned accolades such as the Associated Press’ National Player of the Year, according to India Times and Reuters.

This draft lottery win comes on the heels of a contentious trade involving star player Luka Doncic, which raised questions among Mavericks fans. As they look to rebuild, selecting Flagg not only fills a critical void but could initiate a new era for the franchise, according to Sfgate and Reuters.

The NBA Draft is slated for June 25-26 at the Barclays Center in New York, where all eyes will be on the Mavericks and their expected selection of Flagg, further amplifying anticipation around this bright prospect's future in the league, according to India Times and HuffPost.