DALLAS — The Washington Wizards defeated the Dallas Mavericks 117-107 on Friday night. Mavs fans made their frustration known toward the end of the game, chanting a familiar two-word expression from last season: “Fire Nico”. Of course, the chant is referencing Mavericks general manager Nico Harrison , who shocked the NBA world by trading Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers in February. Dallas' 0-2 start to the season — including a loss to a Wizards team that is expected to struggle this year — has led to further frustration from an already upset fanbase. It may be unfair, but Cooper Flagg has to endure the chants while on the floor.

Flagg — who the Mavs selected first overall in the 2025 NBA Draft after surprisingly winning the NBA Draft Lottery — was not part of last year's tea

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