Nico Harrison Fired: Mavericks Fallout From Luka Trade

Nico Harrison was dismissed 11 games into his fourth season as Mavericks GM after a 3–8 start. He is "in good spirits" and plans to spend time with his family, while owner Patrick Dumont admitted "no one associated with the Mavericks organization is happy" with the slow start. The move reflects pressure from high expectations, the post‑Dončić roster reshuffle and injuries to Kyrie Irving and Anthony Davis. Merlin sees a tenure marked by extremes: a Finals trip followed by the controversial Luka Dončić trade that brought Anthony Davis and scrutiny in equal measure. With Davis often sidelined and Kyrie still rehabbing, Dallas needs time for chemistry — and for rookie Cooper Flagg to grow — if the franchise hopes to justify the gamble and calm the storm.