# Mavericks Land Johnson Jr. in Draft

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Podcast: [Dallas Mavericks News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/dallas-mavericks-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7551756)
Published: 2026-06-24T03:19:21+00:00
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The Dallas Mavericks just pulled off a bold move, selecting 6-foot-9, 250-pound wing Morez Johnson Jr. with the ninth overall pick — a player brimming with two-way potential, physicality, and elite rebounding and defense. Coming off a tough playoff-less season, this is the first lottery pick under new front office leaders Masai Ujiri and Mike Schmitz, signaling a fresh start. Johnson, once a high school standout, blossomed at Michigan, averaging 12 points, 10 rebounds, and 2 blocks while shooting over 60% from the field. His impact comes without needing the ball — he’s a force on the glass and rim protector. With Cooper Flagg already in the fold, Dallas sees Johnson as the perfect complementary piece to build around, especially as they aim to reload defensively and in the backcourt. This pick could be the cornerstone of their rebuilding era. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/d2504ab3e38c0937

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