Mavericks Land Back-to-Back Top Picks in 2026 NBA Draft

Dallas selects Cooper Flagg and March Madness standout in latest mock draft

Apr. 18, 2026 at 8:40pm

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The Dallas Mavericks, after a 26-56 season and parting ways with Anthony Davis, are projected to land the top two picks in the 2026 NBA Draft according to a new Bleacher Report mock draft. The Mavericks are expected to pair their young star Cooper Flagg with a March Madness hero who averaged 25.5 PPG.

Why it matters

The Mavericks' back-to-back top picks would give them a chance to quickly rebuild around young talent after a disappointing season. Pairing Flagg, a highly touted prospect, with another potential star could help the team return to contention in the Western Conference.

The details

In the latest 2026 NBA Mock Draft from Bleacher Report's Zach Buckley, the Mavericks are projected to land the top two overall selections. With the first pick, they are expected to choose Cooper Flagg, a 6'9" forward who has drawn comparisons to Giannis Antetokounmpo. With the second pick, the Mavericks would then add a March Madness standout who averaged 25.5 points per game during the tournament.

  • The Mavericks finished the 2025-26 NBA season with a 26-56 record.

The players

Cooper Flagg

A 6'9" forward prospect who has drawn comparisons to Giannis Antetokounmpo for his combination of size and skill.

Anthony Davis

The veteran forward parted ways with the Mavericks after their disappointing 26-56 season.

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What’s next

The Mavericks will look to add these two top draft picks to their roster in the hopes of quickly rebuilding and returning to contention in the Western Conference.

The takeaway

The Mavericks' back-to-back top picks in the 2026 NBA Draft represent a rare opportunity for the franchise to acquire elite young talent and lay the foundation for future success after a down year.