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Dallas Mavericks face a make-or-break draft with three picks, including two first-rounders, and must build around Cooper Flagg—but their current mock draft target, Karim Lopez, raises red flags. At 6’8”, Lopez struggles with shooting and duplicates existing wing depth, while elite guards like Kingston Flemings and Labaron Philon are being overlooked. With Kyrie Irving aging and the backcourt in dire need of playmaking and scoring, taking Lopez at ninth feels like a risky reach. To truly contend, the Mavs must prioritize guards who complement Flagg and fix their biggest weaknesses—or consider trading down to secure both wings and guards.

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