UPDATE: The Dallas Mavericks are poised to fire general manager Nico Harrison in a critical meeting scheduled for 10 a.m. CT today, sources confirm to ESPN. This urgent decision follows a wave of discontent from fans after Harrison’s controversial trade of superstar Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers on February 2.
The trade, which sent Doncic to Los Angeles in exchange for Anthony Davis, rookie Max Christie, and a 2029 first-round pick, has sparked outrage among Mavericks supporters. Following the deal, protests erupted outside the American Airlines Center, with chants of “Fire Nico!” echoing during games, including last night’s loss to the Milwaukee Bucks.
Since the trade, the Mavericks have struggled, currently holding a disappointing record of 3-8 and sitting in second-to-last place in the Western Conference. The team’s collapse, particularly after blowing a 13-point lead in the fourth quarter against the Bucks, has intensified calls for change.
Mavericks governor Patrick Dumont is expected to address the situation directly in today’s pivotal meeting. His presence at the game Monday, his first since the season opener, signals the urgency of the team’s current crisis.
As the Mavericks face mounting pressure from fans and analysts alike, the outcome of this morning’s meeting could reshape the team’s future. With the NBA season well underway, the stakes have never been higher for the franchise and its leadership.
Stay tuned for breaking updates as this story develops. The Mavericks’ next moves will be crucial for their season and the future of the franchise.
