Overview

• Ethan Casson will report directly to Rick Welts starting August 11 and handle all day-to-day business operations.
• Casson spent nine years as CEO of the Minnesota Timberwolves, Lynx and Iowa Wolves, boosting attendance and community initiatives.
• He previously served as chief operating officer of the San Francisco 49ers, where he led development and naming rights negotiations for Levi’s Stadium.
• CEO Rick Welts, known for spearheading the Warriors’ move to Chase Center, will lead the franchise’s plan for a new arena set to open in 2031 alongside its surrounding entertainment district.
• Mavericks governor Patrick Dumont said the reorganization supports long-term stability and enhances the fan experience.