A New Era Begins: Cooper Flagg’s First Photo in Mavericks Uniform Revealed After 2025 NBA Draft
Dallas has a new face of the future.
Just days after being selected No. 1 overall in the 2025 NBA Draft, Cooper Flagg’s first official photo in a Dallas Mavericks uniform has been revealed—and it’s already making waves across social media. The image, released by the team’s official account, captures the 6-foot-9 phenom in the iconic navy-and-white jersey, standing tall and composed with “Dallas” stitched boldly across his chest and the No. 1 shining on his back.
For Mavericks fans, the photo represents more than just a new draft pick—it marks the beginning of what many hope will be a transformative chapter in franchise history.
Flagg, a generational talent out of Duke University by way of Newport, Maine, has been the talk of basketball circles for the past two years. A two-way force known for his elite defensive instincts, court vision, and unteachable feel for the game, Flagg was widely projected as the top pick from the moment he reclassified and committed to Duke. After a dominant freshman campaign with the Blue Devils, his selection by Dallas was all but inevitable.
Now, the first image of him in Mavericks blue is fueling dreams of championships to come.
The photo shoot, part of a media rollout celebrating the team’s new era, showcases Flagg with a focused expression—somewhere between calm and hungry. Behind-the-scenes clips show him interacting with teammates, coaches, and the media, already carrying himself like a veteran despite being just 18 years old.
“It feels real now,” Flagg said when asked about donning the Mavericks jersey for the first time. “You grow up watching guys like Luka [Dončić] and Dirk [Nowitzki] in this uniform. To be a part of that legacy? It’s an honor—and I’m ready to work.”
The pairing of Flagg with current franchise cornerstone Luka Dončić has already sparked endless speculation and excitement. Analysts are calling the duo one of the most potentially dynamic pairings in recent NBA history—a mix of playmaking genius and versatile athleticism that could reshape the Western Conference landscape for years to come.
Mavs head coach Jason Kidd expressed his excitement about getting Flagg into the system. “He’s a special player—not just physically gifted, but mentally mature. He understands the game in a way most young guys don’t,” Kidd said. “And seeing him in that uniform? Yeah, it hits different.”
The jersey might still be crisp and unworn, but Cooper Flagg is already being embraced by Mavericks Nation. Fans have flooded social platforms with edits, welcome messages, and sky-high expectations. Local stores reported a sharp uptick in No. 1 Mavericks jerseys sold within 24 hours of the draft.
As Flagg prepares for Summer League and the long NBA season ahead, his first official photo in a Mavs uniform serves as a powerful visual: a new star in the making, ready to take on the spotlight and carry a franchise forward.
For Dallas, it’s not just a picture—it’s a promise. The future has arrived.
