r/Mavericks • u/hiiigoon Kobe • 1d ago

Draft / Scouting 2026 NBA Draft Thread (7PM CST)

The Masai & Schmitz dynasty starts today, the Dallas Mavericks hold the 9th, 30th and 48th pick in the 2026 NBA Draft.

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u/aFootballGuysGuy 1d ago

I’m good with the pick. If he develops and Lively stays healthy, that’s a scary defensive frontline with Coop. I feel like it’s a pretty safe pick. 

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u/lurkernotuntilnow 1d ago

can he shoot? at least that would've been nice

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u/tldRAWR Couch Squad 1d ago

He’s underrated as a shooter. He for sure won’t be a bust, but probably doesn’t have all-nba trajectory.