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NBA Draft Lottery winners & losers 2025: Cooper Flagg's fit with Mavericks, freefalls for Wizards and Jazz | Sporting News Canada


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  • The best and worst from Monday's NBA draft lottery

The 2025 NBA Draft Lottery resulted in the Detroit Pistons securing the first overall pick, positioning them to potentially select Duke's highly-touted prospect, Cooper Flagg, who is considered a generational talent. The Pistons, having struggled in recent seasons, are poised for a significant turnaround with Flagg's addition. The lottery also saw the Charlotte Hornets and Portland Trail Blazers landing the second and third picks, respectively, with both teams looking to bolster their rosters. On the other hand, the Dallas Mavericks, who had a slim chance of moving up, fell to the 10th pick, missing out on a top prospect that could have complemented their current lineup. The lottery outcomes have set the stage for an intriguing draft, with teams like the Pistons and Hornets potentially transforming their futures, while others like the Mavericks face continued challenges in building a competitive team.

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