Former Mavericks Owner Cuban Expresses Regret Over Luka Doncic Trade, Ownership Sale

Mark Cuban, former majority owner of the Dallas Mavericks, has expressed mixed feelings about recent major changes to the franchise, including the trade of star guard Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers. Cuban admitted feeling responsible for letting fans down after the trade, though he had no role in the decision, which was made by the new majority owner and general manager following Cuban's sale of a controlling stake to the Adelson family. Cuban regrets how he sold the team, wishing he had put the sale out to bid, and acknowledges that if he were still in control, Doncic would remain with the Mavericks. Despite the upheaval, Cuban remains optimistic about the future, highlighting the potential of the No. 1 2025 draft pick Cooper Flagg and the acquisition of Anthony Davis. Reflecting on past controversies, Cuban also revisited his longstanding resentment over the 2006 NBA Finals loss, which he believes was unfairly influenced by officiating. Additionally, Cuban recalled his frustration when longtime Maverick Jason Kidd left the team in 2012 and his decision not to retire Kidd's jersey as a result.