Mark Cuban Says Mavericks Executive Who Dealt Luka Dončić Pushed Him Out of Decisions

Cuban said on the All-In Podcast that “the person who traded Luka didn’t want me there,” a remark widely interpreted as referring to GM Nico Harrison. He acknowledged he “f—ed up” by stepping back during Dallas’s 2024 Finals run, which he says accelerated his loss of influence in basketball operations. Cuban explained that the NBA would not recognize contractual language keeping him in charge, saying the governor holds final say on team decisions. Dallas traded Dončić, along with Maxi Kleber and Markieff Morris, to the Lakers for Anthony Davis, Max Christie and a 2029 first-round pick. He remains a minority owner and says he is still “hardcore Mavs,” as Dallas retools around Davis and No. 1 pick Cooper Flagg while Dončić has since signed a three-year, $165 million extension with Los Angeles.

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