The Dallas Mavericks are expected to fire General Manager Nico Harrison during a scheduled meeting with team owner Patrick Dumont. Harrison, who was hired in June 2021, has been under intense criticism following his decision to trade star player Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers in February 2025. The trade, which sent Doncic to LA in exchange for Anthony Davis, Max Christie, and a future first-round pick, was widely condemned by fans and analysts, especially since Doncic had been a five-time All-Star and All-NBA First Team selection from 2020 to 2024. The trade was justified by Harrison with the belief that defense wins championships, but the franchise struggled, posting a 3-8 record and falling out of playoff contention. Fan protests, including chants of