Dallas Mavericks minority owner Mark Cuban has firmly shut down speculation that the team is shopping Anthony Davis, even after a disappointing 4–11 start to the season.
“We won’t. We want to try to win,” Cuban told The Athletic, making clear that the Mavericks plan to stay the course with Davis.
The comments come amid reports — including from ESPN — that Dallas was exploring trade options for Davis in light of the early-season struggles. Cuban’s stance follows the recent dismissal of General Manager Nico Harrison, who originally acquired Davis in the blockbuster trade that sent Luka Dončić to the Lakers.
At 32 years old, Davis has played just 14 games for the Mavericks this season and has been sidelined since October 29 due to a left calf strain. While he reportedly feels ready to return, team governor Patrick Dumont is awaiting full medical clearance before reintegrating him.
Cuban also clarified his current role: he now serves as an advisor to Dumont, while co-interim general managers Michael Finley and Matt Riccardi run the day-to-day basketball operations. Mark
Why This Matters:
- The move signals that Dallas is still prioritizing contention rather than a full teardown.
- It offers some stability for Davis, whose injury history has raised concerns.
- With a new interim front office in place, Cuban seems to be pushing a “win-now” mindset — at least for this season.
