The Mavericks expect to be top contenders next season, but it all hinges on a reality they can't control.
The reigning champions, the Oklahoma City Thunder, will have fierce competition next season. Many teams in the Western Conference revamped their roster to take the next step. For example, the Houston Rockets traded for Kevin Durant, the Denver Nuggets acquired Cam Johnson, and the LA Clippers signed Bradley Beal and Chris Paul. The Dallas Mavericks are no different.
The Mavs drafted Duke phenom Cooper Flagg to pair alongside Anthony Davis and Kyrie Irving.