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• Spurs Tried To Hire Nico Harrison Away From Nike Multiple Times

The San Antonio Spurs attempted to hire Nico Harrison away from Nike three separate times before he eventually was hired by the Dallas Mavericks in 2021. The Mavericks hired Harrison to replace Donnie Nelson in June 2021 as general manager and is now president of basketball operations. Harrison's stature with the Mavericks increased before and after Mark Cuban's majority sale of the franchise to t...2024
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• Mark Cuban's Role With Mavericks Not Exactly What He Expected When He Sold Majority Stake

When Mark Cuban sold the Dallas Mavericks, there was a stated expectation that he would continue to run basketball operations "forevermore." By the time the Mavericks reached the Finals last June, it was clear that Cuban no longer was in charge the way he had anticipated with Nico Harrison reporting directly to new owner Patrick Dumont. "It's not a whole lot different than right before I sold the...2024
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• Former GM Donnie Nelson Withdraws Lawsuit Against Mavericks
The lawsuit filed by former Mavericks GM Donnie Nelson against the franchise has been “dismissed with prejudice,” according to documents filed in Dallas County court last week, ESPN’s Bobby Marks and Tim MacMahon report. The case had been scheduled to go to trial Dec. 10. In legal terms, “dismissed with prejudice” means a case is […]...2024
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• Mavs, Donnie Nelson Reach Resolution As Lawsuit Dismissed

The wrongful termination lawsuit between Donnie Nelson and the Dallas Mavericks is officially closed, dismissed “with prejudice” per court records out of Dallas County. This basically means it’s over — no coming back from this one, no refiling allowed. The case was initially set for a December trial, but it’s now been resolved on confidential […] The post Mavs, Donnie Nelson Reach Reso...2024
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• Donnie Nelson's Wrongful Termination Lawsuit Against Mavs Dismissed As Parties Reach Resolution

A wrongful termination lawsuit filed by Donnie Nelson against the Dallas Mavericks has been "dismissed with prejudice," according to Dallas County court documents filed last week. The lawsuit was scheduled to go to trial in December. "The parties have reached a resolution of their dispute on confidential terms," Rogge Dunn, Nelson's attorney, told ESPN. Nelson was fired in June 2021. In the lawsu...2024
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• Mavs Notes: Nelson Lawsuit, Gafford, Washington, Exum, Luka
The wrongful termination lawsuit that former Mavericks general manager Donnie Nelson filed against the franchise in 2022 is scheduled to go to trial this December, according to Xuan Thai of ESPN. Nelson’s lawsuit alleged that he was fired in retaliation for reporting that his nephew was sexually harassed and assaulted by Mark Cuban‘s chief of […]...2024
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• Mavs star Kristaps Porzingis not expected to be ready for start of season after knee surgery
The Dallas Mavericks could be at an early deficit to start the 2020-21 season. Mavs president Donnie Nelson said Kristaps Porzingis is likely to miss time at the beginning of the year as he continues to recover from meniscus surgery: “He’s going to be into the season,” Nelson said, via Brad Townsend of The Dallas Morning […] The post Mavs star Kristaps Porzingis not expected to b...2020
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• Mavs forward Ding Yanyuhang undergoes knee surgery
Dallas Mavericks forward Ding Yanyuhang underwent arthroscopic surgery to his right knee. The surgery was performed by Dr. Daniel Worrel at the Carrell Clinic in Dallas. “Ding’s successful return to the court is the number one goal for all of us,” Mavericks President of Basketball Operations/General Manager Donnie Nelson said. “Ding will start rehab immediately, [...]...2018
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• Harrison Barnes Signing Is Good Enough (for Now) for Dallas Mavericks
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• Grading Rookie Performances So Far in NBA Playoffs
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• Top Offseason Priorities for the Dallas Mavericks
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• Rick Carlisle Comments on Dirk Nowitzki's Future with Mavericks
2016

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• Mavs Look to Survive Another Incomplete Offseason After DeAndre Jordan Reversal
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• Realistic Expectations for Justin Anderson's Rookie Season with Dallas Mavericks
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• Danny Green, Monta Ellis or Wesley Matthews: Which Free Agent SG Is Best Bet?
2015

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• Dallas Mavericks Set to Enter a Crucial Transitional Era Under Mark Cuban
2015

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• DeAndre Jordan Free-Agent Saga Ends with Clippers Retaining Contender Status
2015

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"A wrongful termination suit filed by former general manager Donnie Nelson against the Dallas Mavericks in March 2022 is scheduled to go to trial Dec."

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"The Mavericks considered hiring Lindsey in the summer of 2021 to replace Donnie Nelson before hiring Harrison."

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"Ex-Mavs GM Donnie Nelson sues team, alleges he was fired for reporting sexual assault; Mark Cuban denies it"

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"Report: Chandler Parsons had more roster control with Mavericks than GM Donnie Nelson"

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"Per the Dallas Morning News, “Mavericks general manager Donnie Nelson on Thursday confirmed that the team will be releasing veteran guard Barea."

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"Malicious, hardly—especially for a guy who has been well-liked around the league for most of his career, though critics who castigate Jordan for reportedly hiding out and refusing to meet with Cuban or general manager Donnie Nelson or even Chandler Parsons have more than a legitimate point."

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"The Rondo deal required team president and general manager Donnie Nelson to part ways with Jameer Nelson, Brandan Wright and Jae Crowder (along with two draft picks and a trade exception)—an acceptable cost that nevertheless creates holes in the rotation."

• Donnie Nelson Lawsuit Against Mavs To Go To Trial On December 10

Donnie Nelson's wrongful termination lawsuit against the Dallas Mavericks will go to trial on December 10. In the lawsuit, Nelson claims that he was fired by the Mavs in retaliation for reporting that Mark Cuban's "right-hand person" allegedly sexually assaulted Nelson's nephew during 2020 All-Star Weekend. Nelson adds that the Mavs quickly settled the nephew's claims to "sweep [the allegations] u...2024
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• Mavericks Close To Hiring Dennis Lindsey In Advisory Role

The Dallas Mavericks are in advanced talks to hire Dennis Lindsey as a special assistant to Nico Harrison. The Mavericks considered hiring Lindsey in the summer of 2021 to replace Donnie Nelson before hiring Harrison. The Mavericks have been looking for an experienced sounding-board voice since last offseason. Harrison's most recent two hires came from the Brooklyn Nets: Senior director of pro per...2023
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• Haralabos Voulgaris: Mavericks GM Donnie Nelson got upset, disappeared during 2020 draft

Since-departed Mavericks executives Donnie Nelson (who held the title of general manager) and Haralabos Voulgaris (who might have had more power) clearly had issues with each other....2021
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• Mavericks' Luka Doncic says it was 'tough' to see Donnie Nelson fired, as Dallas continues to look like a mess
Nelson and Doncic had a relationship dating back to before he was drafted...2021
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• Report: Luka Doncic still to sign super-max contract extension with Mavericks

Luka Doncic isn't happy about the Mavericks firing team president Donnie Nelson....2021
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• Mavericks' Luka Doncic says it was 'tough' to see longtime GM Donnie Nelson get fired, and he's got a point
Nelson and Doncic had a relationship dating back to before he was drafted...2021
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• RUMOR: Mavs were this close to Danilo Gallinari trade at deadline
The Dallas Mavericks were relatively quiet at the trade deadline this past February, though not for lack of trying. Donnie Nelson and the Mavs were apparently on the verge of trading for Oklahoma City Thunder forward Danilo Gallinari. However, according to RealGM, the deal fell apart when “Gallo” suggested he would not sign an extension […] The post RUMOR: Mavs were this close to...2020
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• Report: Mavericks exploring trade possibilities
Appearing this week on Bill Simmons’ podcast at The Ringer, Marc Stein of The New York Times suggested that the Mavericks are keeping an eye on the trade market in the hopes of making a move to fortify their roster, as Bryan Kalbrosky of HoopsHype relays. “They are looking and they want to do something,” Stein said of the Mavs. “There is no question about that. [General manager] Donnie Nelson is a...2018
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• Doncic won't put Mavericks back in playoffs, says columnist
Despite perhaps winning the 2018 NBA Draft with the selection of some pundits’ top-ranked player, Luka Doncic, Mac Engel of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram doesn’t see the Mavericks making the playoffs next season, writing that Dallas will likely end up picking in the NBA Draft Lottery for a second straight summer in 2019.The projected lineup of Dennis Smith Jr., the aforementioned rookie Doncic, Har...2018
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• Mavericks score several big men, still seeking a center
The Mavericks were one of the NBA’s worst rebounding teams in 2017/18, and this year’s draft class featured plenty of quality big men — especially at the top. However, Dallas used its top-five pick on a play-making guard/forward (Luka Doncic and selected a point guard (Jalen Brunson) with its second-rounder.As such, it was no surprised that president of basketball operations Donnie Nelson agreed o...2018
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• Mavericks 2016-17 Schedule: Top Games, Championship Odds and Record Predictions
2016

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2016

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• Harrison Barnes Signing Is Good Enough (for Now) for Dallas Mavericks
2016

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• Dirk Nowitzki Reportedly to Re-Sign with Mavericks: Contract Details, Reaction
2016

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• Dirk Nowitzki: Latest News, Rumors, Speculation on Mavericks Star's Future
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• Grading Rookie Performances So Far in NBA Playoffs
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• Top Offseason Priorities for the Dallas Mavericks
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• Pressure Is on L.A. Clippers to Embrace DeAndre Jordan Heel Turn, Win NBA Title
2015

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• NBA Summer League 2015: Scores and Highlights from Saturday's Las Vegas Results
2015

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• DeAndre Jordan Free-Agent Saga Ends with Clippers Retaining Contender Status
2015

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• Mark Cuban's Role With Mavericks Not Exactly What He Expected When He Sold Majority Stake
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• Mark Cuban To Control Mavs' Basketball Operations 'Forevermore'
Despite agreeing to sell a majority stake in the Dallas Mavericks to the Adelson family, Mark Cuban reportedly has no plans to exit the basketball side of the business in what is an unprecedented ownership maneuver. "I don't know exactly what the language is in the purchase agreement, but one thing I have been told, and the exact word I heard is Cuban will have basketball operations for quote fore...2023
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• Dirk Nowitzki Reportedly to Re-Sign with Mavericks: Contract Details, Reaction
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• Grading Rookie Performances So Far in NBA Playoffs
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• Top Offseason Priorities for the Dallas Mavericks
2016

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• Pressure Is on L.A. Clippers to Embrace DeAndre Jordan Heel Turn, Win NBA Title
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• Mavs Look to Survive Another Incomplete Offseason After DeAndre Jordan Reversal
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• Charlie Villanueva Re-Signs with Mavericks: Latest Contract Details and Reaction
2015

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• Who the Dallas Mavericks Should Target in the 2015 NBA Draft
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• Jermaine O'Neal Would Be Final Piece to Dallas Mavericks' Puzzle
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• Nelson confident Mavs to get O'Neal or Smith
Mavericks president of basketball operations Donnie Nelson expressed confidence that Dallas would soon bolster its bench with the addition of Jermaine O'Neal or Josh Smith....2014
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• Ex-Mavs GM Donnie Nelson sues team, alleges he was fired for reporting sexual assault; Mark Cuban denies it
Dallas fired Nelson last June...2022
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• DeAndre Jordan Free-Agent Saga Ends with Clippers Retaining Contender Status
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• Ex-GM Nelson sues Mavericks, claims retaliation

Donnie Nelson is suing the Mavericks, with the former longtime general manager alleging that team owner Mark Cuban fired him for reporting sexual harassment and sexual assault by a staff member. The Mavericks deny the allegations....2022
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• Dirk Nowitzki Reportedly to Re-Sign with Mavericks: Contract Details, Reaction
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• Mavs Look to Survive Another Incomplete Offseason After DeAndre Jordan Reversal
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• Mavs owner Mark Cuban responds to ex-GM Donnie Nelson suing team over firing
Former Dallas Mavericks general manager Donnie Nelson sued the franchise on Thursday, claiming he was fired by owner Mark Cuban last summer as retaliation for reporting that Jason Lutin—Cuban’s “right-hand man”, per the lawsuit—sexually harassed and assaulted Nelson’s nephew during a 2020 job interview. The lawsuit, filed in Dallas County Court, alleges that Lutin victimize...2022
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• Former GM Donnie Nelson Withdraws Lawsuit Against Mavericks
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• Donnie Nelson's Wrongful Termination Lawsuit Against Mavs Dismissed As Parties Reach Resolution
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• Mavs Notes: Nelson Lawsuit, Gafford, Washington, Exum, Luka
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• Ex-GM Nelson's suit vs. Mavs to go to trial in Dec.

A wrongful termination suit filed by former general manager Donnie Nelson against the Dallas Mavericks in March 2022 is scheduled to go to trial Dec. 10....2024
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• Mavs, Mark Cuban make Dirk Nowitzki move that will please Luka Doncic
The Dallas Mavericks have been in the news so much since their playoff run ended. They moved on from Donnie Nelson and watched long-time head coach Rick Carlisle step away. Well, Mark Cuban has something up his sleeve with the latest hiring of Dirk Nowitzki, and Luka Doncic must feel good about the latest signing. […] The post Mavs, Mark Cuban make Dirk Nowitzki move that will please Luka Do...2021
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• Doncic won't put Mavericks back in playoffs, says columnist
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• Mavericks score several big men, still seeking a center
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• Kings, Mavs reportedly open to trading down in draft
The Kings and Mavericks are open to the possibility of moving down in the draft, multiple NBA front-office executives tell Kevin O’Connor of The Ringer. Sacramento holds the No. 2 pick, while Dallas owns the No. 5 overall selection.As O’Connor observes, the Kings are in the “asset-stacking business,” so if they can still nab a player they like with a later pick and acquire an extra asset or two in...2018
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• Mavs notes: Offseason, team salary, Wesley Matthews
During his end-of-season remarks to the media on Wednesday, Mavericks head coach Rick Carlisle acknowledged that it’s hard to put a positive spin on the season the team had. “You can’t put lipstick on a pig,” Carlisle said, per Eddie Sefko of The Dallas Morning News. “A 24-win season is a 24-win season.”Still, Dennis Smith Jr. tried to take an optimistic view, telling reporters that he believes it...2018
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• Mavericks 2016-17 Schedule: Top Games, Championship Odds and Record Predictions
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• Donnie Nelson's Wrongful Termination Lawsuit Against Mavs Dismissed As Parties Reach Resolution
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• Mavs Notes: Nelson Lawsuit, Gafford, Washington, Exum, Luka
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• Donnie Nelson Lawsuit Against Mavs To Go To Trial On December 10
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• Ex-Mavs GM Donnie Nelson sues team, alleges he was fired for reporting sexual assault; franchise denies claims
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• Former Mavericks GM Donnie Nelson alleges he was fired for reporting sexual assault of nephew

The Mavericks fired longtime general manager Donnie Nelson last year after a power struggle with fellow Dallas employee Haralabos Voulgaris....2022
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• Ex-Mavs GM Donnie Nelson sues team, alleges he was fired for reporting sexual assault; Mark Cuban denies it
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• Former GM Donnie Nelson sues Mavericks over firing

Nelson alleges he was fired by owner Mark Cuban in June 2021 as retaliation for reporting sexual misconduct....2022
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• Mavs owner Mark Cuban responds to ex-GM Donnie Nelson suing team over firing
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• Ex-GM Nelson sues Mavericks, claims retaliation
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• Four candidates to replace Rick Carlisle in Dallas

Dallas Mavericks head coach Rick Carlisle shockingly decided to resign on Thursday after 13 seasons in that role. This decision came one day after Dallas moved off longtime general manager Donnie Nelson. Here's a look at four potential replacement candidates for the Mavs HC spot....2021
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