When Mark Cuban sold the Dallas Mavericks in 2023 for around $3.5 billion, it felt like the end of an era. He had been the face of the franchise for more than two decades, sitting courtside, making decisions, and even clashing with referees when needed. Fans thought he would still run the basketball side of things after keeping a stake in the team, but the NBA didn’t allow it.

The new ownership, led by Miriam Adelson and governor Patrick Dumont, quickly made their mark by approving the blockbuster trade that sent Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers. This move sparked fan outrage and even protests, a stark contrast to the beloved, fan-centric culture Cuban was known for. In a rare moment of candor, Mark Cuban later apologized to the disappointed fanbase, stating “I’m sorry… I had to do

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