The Dallas Mavericks pulled off the improbable on Monday night, jumping from No. 11 to No. 1 in the NBA Draft Lottery. It was simply an incredible rise for the Mavericks, who had a 1.8% chance to land the top pick prior to the festivities.

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James reacted to the Dallas Mavericks landing the No. 1 pick in the 2025 NBA Draft.

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James strongly indicated that he believes the 2025 NBA Draft Lottery was rigged for the Dallas Mavericks.

The Dallas Mavericks have been almost universally panned for deciding to trade Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers for Anthony Davis, Max Christie, and a future first-round pick. Even if some people could understand the thought of wanting to trade Doncic, very few people agreed that the package the Mavs got in return was anywhere near enough.

As of Monday, a No. 77 Mavericks jersey that features the phrase “Fire Nico” across the back has gone up for auction. Bids for the jersey have gone up to $1,500, thanks to a particular feature on one of the numbers. The jersey was signed by none other than Doncic himself.

Fans speculate Luka Doncic’s Lakers move was rigged, accusing the NBA of forcing a trade to boost ratings amid a viewership slump.

Speculation surrounds LeBron James' future after the Lakers' playoff exit, with rumors suggesting a move to the Dallas Mavericks. Rashad McCants hints at a potential reunion with Anthony Davis and Kyrie Irving in Dallas.

The Lakers and Mavericks are set to meet in a preseason game. Explore the impact of the recent trade between Davis and Dončić.