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Par Mathieu Seguin | Rédacteur sport
A new stage has emerged in the race for young talent ahead of the 2025 NBA Draft. With promising guard Dylan Harper expected to go to the Spurs at the second pick, the Mavericks have quickly made a decision to avoid upsetting Cooper Flagg.
Cooper Flagg, widely considered the favorite to secure the first overall pick, has been the Mavericks’ priority for months. According to a tweet by Brandon Robinson, Dallas chose not to hold a workout with Dylan Harper in order not to send mixed signals to Flagg’s camp. This decision reflects a mix of respect, loyalty, and internal draft politics.
Brandon Robinson : “Dallas didn’t want to offend Cooper Flagg or send mixed signals to his camp. Flagg has been their guy for months, and the Mavs are moving like it. Respect, loyalty, and draft politics all at play here.”
The Mavs’ clear stance on Cooper Flagg
With this firm choice, Dylan Harper seems set to join the Spurs, who hold the second overall pick and have shown strong interest in him. Meanwhile, Cooper Flagg appears likely to go first overall, having officially met only with Dallas, confirming his status as the uncontested favorite.
This measured approach by the Mavericks highlights how the NBA Draft is also a game of relationships and image management beyond just athletic talent. By prioritizing Flagg, Dallas shows they are betting on continuity in their project, hoping this player will be a key piece to replace Luka Doncic and lead the team alongside Anthony Davis.
The Spurs, on their side, remain patient and confident. Targeting Dylan Harper, they aim to strengthen a young and promising roster around Victor Wembanyama while keeping flexibility to build a competitive team for the long term. This strategy could pay off in the years ahead, although the draft always holds surprises.
With just a few days left before the June 25 draft, surprises could still emerge, but for now, the plans of the Mavericks and Spurs seem well defined, highlighting the strategy and careful management of relationships with young prospects.
