Dallas Mavericks owner Patrick Dumont has addressed the franchises turmoil in a heartfelt open letter following the firing of general manager Nico Harrison on Tuesday morning.
While Dumont refrained from directly mentioning Luka Doncic, the message made clear he was speaking to a fanbase still reeling from the decision to trade their franchise cornerstone to the Los Angeles Lakers last season.
The full letter is below:
Dear Mavs Family,
On May 30, 2024, the Mavericks won the Western Conference championship. We came up short in the NBA Finals, but we all agreed our future was bright. As fans of this franchise, you have every right to demand a commitment to success from us.
No one associated with the Mavericks organization is happy with the start of what we all believed would be a promising season. You have high expectations for the Mavericks, and I share them with you. When the results dont meet expectations, its my responsibility to act. Ive made the decision to part ways with General Manager Nico Harrison.
Though the majority of the 2025-26 season remains to be played, and I know our players are deeply committed to a winning culture, this decision was critical to moving our franchise forward in a positive direction.
I understand the profound impact these difficult last several months have had. Please know that Im fully committed to the success of the Mavericks.
Thank you for your support, thank you for holding us accountable, and thank you for your passion and for your patience. You deserve transparency and a team that reflects your spirit. Our goal is to return winning basketball to Dallas and win championships.
Our family is committed to that mission and to continuing to invest in Dallas and the Mavericks future. Please join me in continuing to cheer on our players and supporting all of those who work to make this organization the best it can be.
The decision to part ways with Harrison came less than two years after the Mavericks reached the 2024 NBA Finals under his leadership.
But the optimism faded quickly. Dallas 3-8 start and a league-worst offense forced Dumonts hand.
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