Flagg completely changes the Mavericks' trajectory for next season and the future. If he can quickly live up to his potential — or exceed it — the Mavericks could be contenders with a young star and a roster that includes Davis, Dereck Lively II, Daniel Gafford, PJ Washington, Klay Thompson — and Irving, whenever he returns.

Sigh. We were reminded that the team that traded Luka Doncic got so lucky and won the first overall pick and a potential superstar in Cooper Flagg. At least we got to hear someone scream "DALLAS WAS RIGGED" on Wednesday.