“Their balls was the chance of what Dallas was this year to get Cooper Flagg” – Gary Payton on why he wasn’t surprised with Mavericks winning 2025 Draft Lottery

NBA Hall of Famer Gary Payton isn’t surprised by the Dallas Mavericks’ victory in the 2025 NBA Draft Lottery. Drawing parallels to his own draft experience in 1990, when he claims the Seattle SuperSonics tanked to select him second overall, Payton sees similarities in how the Mavericks are positioned to pick top prospect Cooper Flagg.

“Their balls was the chance of what Dallas was this year to get Cooper Flagg” – Gary Payton on why he wasn’t surprised with Mavericks winning 2025 Draft Lottery

Nets’ rebuild now enters into hands of NBA Draft Lottery

As the Brooklyn Nets’ season comes to a close on Sunday, the team shifts its focus to the NBA Draft Lottery. Following a challenging period, the Nets are looking to the draft as a crucial opportunity to rebuild and set a new course for future success.

Nets’ rebuild now enters into hands of NBA Draft Lottery