Cooper Flagg on conspiracy theories around Mavericks’ draft selection
The Dallas Mavericks made headlines on Wednesday night when they officially selected Duke superstar Cooper Flagg with the No. 1 overall pick in the NBA Draft. This move was not a surprise, as the Mavericks had been rumored to be eyeing Flagg since winning the NBA Draft Lottery in May.
However, some conspiracy theorists believe that Flagg’s selection was not just luck, but rather a pre-planned move by the Mavericks. The rumors began in February when the Mavericks shocked the sports world by trading their franchise player, Luka Dončić, to the Los Angeles Lakers in exchange for Anthony Davis. Some believe that this trade was orchestrated to secure the No. 1 pick in the draft and select Flagg.
When asked about these rumors, Flagg simply laughed them off, stating that he had no insider information and felt blessed for the way things worked out. NBA Commissioner Adam Silver also denied any wrongdoing, stating that he only found out about the Dončić trade hours before the public did.
Despite the speculation, the odds of the Mavericks pulling off such a scheme were slim, with a 1.8% chance of landing the No. 1 pick. While the NBA will never admit to rigging a draft lottery, Flagg is now a Maverick and has the opportunity to become the next face of the league.
The NBA is hopeful that Flagg can revitalize interest in the league, as ratings have been declining. They are banking on Flagg to become the next great superstar that draws in casual sports fans. Whether he can live up to these expectations remains to be seen, but the league is optimistic about his potential.
In conclusion, the selection of Cooper Flagg as the No. 1 pick in the NBA Draft may have raised some eyebrows, but it ultimately comes down to his talent and potential as a player. Only time will tell if he can live up to the hype and become a true NBA superstar.
