Mark Cuban spent months orchestrating a power struggle to remove Dallas Mavericks general manager Nico Harrison and regain influence with new governor Patrick Dumont, according to more than a dozen team sources. Harrison was fired November 11 after the controversial Luka Doncic trade backfired, ending a simmering battle between the former majority owner and his handpicked … [Read more...] about Report: Mark Cuban Orchestrated ‘Palace Coup’ To Oust Nico Harrison
Nico Harrison’s Job Security In Question
The Dallas Mavericks season has gotten off to a terrible start. That has many questioning the roster that GM Nico Harrison has put together. And those questions are leading many to wonder if Harrison's job with the Mavs is safe. "I don't have a firm answer for you right now. That's as much as I can tell you. But it is absolutely a legitimate question," ESPN's Tim MacMahon said … [Read more...] about Nico Harrison’s Job Security In Question
Mavericks Move Klay Thompson Out Of Starting Lineup
The Dallas Mavericks moved Klay Thompson out of their starting lineup ahead of their 101-99 loss to the New Orleans Pelicans. Thompson had previously started every game of his tenure with the Mavericks. D'Angelo Russell took Thompson's spot in the lineup to give the starters a traditional point guard. "Talked to Klay," Jason Kidd said. "Said, 'This isn't a permanent thing. But … [Read more...] about Mavericks Move Klay Thompson Out Of Starting Lineup
Cooper Flagg On Mavericks Struggles: This Is The Most I’ve Lost Since, I Think, Ever
Top NBA draft picks usually go to bad teams. For players used to winning, that can be a major adjustment. Cooper Flagg is going through that now with the Dallas Mavericks. When asked about the Mavs struggles to get wins this season, Flagg said he's not used to losing like this. "This is the most I've lost since, I think, ever," Flagg said. The Mavericks rookie forward led … [Read more...] about Cooper Flagg On Mavericks Struggles: This Is The Most I’ve Lost Since, I Think, Ever
Cooper Flagg ‘Trusting The Work’ Despite Early Struggles In Point Guard Role
Cooper Flagg has had some struggles on offense as he's been asked to play point guard on a Dallas Mavericks' team that lacks other playmakers and floor spacers. Flagg is averaging 13.8 points, 6.5 rebounds, 3.0 assists, 0.8 steals and 0.5 blocks per game while shooting 37 percent from the field and 29 percent on three-pointers. "It's a tough league. It's a transition," Flagg … [Read more...] about Cooper Flagg ‘Trusting The Work’ Despite Early Struggles In Point Guard Role