MAVERICKS-NICO FALLOUT: Dallas Mavericks Owner Patrick Dumont Makes ‘Final Major Decision’ On Nico Harrison Following The Trade Of Fan Favorite Luka Dončić, And The Team’s Stunning Fall From NBA Finals Appearance, To Missing The Playoffs In Less Than A Year.

MAVERICKS-NICO FALLOUT: Dallas Mavericks Owner Patrick Dumont Makes Final Major Decision on Nico Harrison Following the Trade of Fan Favorite Luka Dončić and the Team’s Stunning Fall from NBA Finals Appearance to Missing the Playoffs in Less Than a Year

The Dallas Mavericks’ rapid descent from NBA Finals contender to playoff outsider has sent shockwaves through the basketball world, and the front office is now feeling the heat. In the wake of this disastrous collapse, team owner Patrick Dumont has made a final, major decision regarding General Manager Nico Harrison’s future with the organization.

Just a year ago, the Mavericks were on the cusp of glory, having made an impressive run to the NBA Finals behind superstar Luka Dončić. However, turmoil quickly followed, culminating in the shocking decision to trade Dončić, the face of the franchise and a fan favorite, during the subsequent offseason. The move was met with fierce backlash from fans and media alike, and many questioned the direction of the team under Harrison’s leadership.

Without Dončić, the Mavericks struggled mightily throughout the 2024–25 season. Chemistry issues, inconsistent play, and questionable roster moves led to the team falling well short of expectations. Despite high hopes entering the season, the Mavericks failed to even qualify for the playoffs, marking one of the most dramatic falls from grace in recent NBA history.

After weeks of internal evaluation and rising public pressure, Dumont has reportedly decided to part ways with Nico Harrison. Sources close to the situation say Dumont believes the organization needs a complete reset at the executive level to restore credibility, trust with the fan base, and competitive excellence on the court. The move signals the beginning of a massive overhaul that could affect every aspect of the Mavericks’ operations, from player development to scouting and free-agent strategy.

In his statement, Dumont emphasized the need for “new leadership, a fresh vision, and a return to the values that built the Mavericks into a championship-caliber team.” He also thanked Harrison for his efforts, acknowledging the difficulty of the decisions made during his tenure.

As the Mavericks begin their search for a new general manager, the future remains uncertain. Whoever takes over will inherit a roster in flux and a fan base desperate for hope after the stunning exit of Dončić and the disappointment of a lost season.

The message is clear: Change is coming to Dallas, and it’s starting at the top.