Mike Curtis reported that Mavs GM Nico Harrison stated he was not instructed to trade Luka Doncic by governor Patrick Dumont, emphasizing a collaborative decision-making process. Harrison acknowledged the significance of Doncic to Mavs fans and expressed confidence in the team’s future, suggesting they will be championship contenders next season despite past injuries. He also addressed criticism over the trade value received, noting that perceptions of players like Anthony Davis influence fan reactions to such trades.


