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Mavericks prepare for NBA Draft party in Dallas with 9th overall pick
By Charles Nichelson at NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Local
· June 17, 2026
· 1 min read
The Dallas Mavericks have 3 picks in next week’s NBA Draft. Round one is Tuesday night, June 23; the Mavs have picks 9 and 30, as well as pick 48 in round two, on Wednesday.
Fans and the front office know the focus is building around Cooper Flagg, the 2025-26 Rookie of the Year.
The Mavs h...
Key takeaway Fans and the front office know the focus is building around Cooper Flagg, the 2025-26 Rookie of the Year.
Why this matters in Frisco News
The Mavericks' draft party at The Echo Lounge will undoubtedly draw a crowd of enthusiastic fans, all eager to see how the team's new general manager and team president will shape the franchise's future. With a new head coach still to be named, the draft picks will be closely scrutinized as a key part of the team's rebuilding efforts. The presence of Rolando Blackman, a former number 9 overall pick, will serve as a reminder of the potential for success with this draft position. As the team looks to build around Cooper Flagg, the pressure is on to make the most of their three picks, particularly the 9th overall selection. Frisco residents, many of whom are likely Mavericks fans, will be watching with interest to see how the team's draft strategy plays out and what it might mean for the team's competitiveness in the upcoming season.
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Published: June 17, 2026 ·
Source: NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Local ·
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What is this story about? The Dallas Mavericks have 3 picks in next week’s NBA Draft. Round one is Tuesday night, June 23; the Mavs have picks 9 and 30, as well as pick 48 in round two, on Wednesday.
Fans and the front office know the focus is building around Cooper Flagg, the 2025-26 Rookie of the Year.
The Mavs h...
When was this published? This article was first published on June 17, 2026 by NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Local and curated for Frisco News readers.
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