Then, in the greatest bailout since the banking crisis, Dallas magically won the No. 1 overall pick with a 1.8% chance, giving them the ability to draft Cooper Flagg, one of the most game-changing prospects in the modern era.

Nico Harrison has had a rough few months — but he hopes things are on the up and up. Harrison, the general manager of the

Dallas made it official Wednesday, selecting Flagg with the top pick and officially ushering in a new era of Mavericks basketball. After the selection, Harrison spoke with media members where he was asked if he hopes the criticism of him will fade with Flagg on the roster.