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The Dallas Mavericks announced they had fired general manager Nico Harrison on Tuesday.

The team said Michael Finley and Matt Riccardi were named co-general managers while the organization searches for a permanent replacement.

“This decision reflects our continued commitment to building a championship-caliber organization, one that delivers for our players, our partners, and most importantly, our fans,” Mavericks governor Patrick Dumont said in a statement.

Harrison, 52, orchestrated the stunning trade of superstar Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers last season.

Since the embattled general manager traded the fan favorite for Anthony Davis, chants of “Fire Nico!” have been a constant at Mavericks home games.

Harrison has been the team’s g

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