Mavericks Boost Security for Home Game After Death Threats to GM Harrison

The Dallas Mavericks are facing heightened security measures ahead of their first home game since the shocking trade of superstar Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers. General manager Nico Harrison has reportedly received death threats and racial slurs in reaction to the move, prompting the team to increase security for both Harrison and the arena. Fans have expressed their anger through protests, including a mock funeral for Doncic, as they believe the trade was a significant loss for the franchise. Harrison defended the trade by emphasizing the importance of defense and concerns over Doncic's future contract negotiations. Despite the backlash, the Mavericks aim to focus on their performance as they prepare to face the Houston Rockets. The situation highlights the depth of the fans' emotional investment in Doncic and the implications of the trade on the team's dynamics.