The Ringer NBA Show Blueprints for the Mavs’ Post-Nico Era. Plus, Should the Kings, Clippers, and Others Rebuild or Stay the Course? | Group Chat
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Nov 13, 2025 The hosts dive into the reasons behind the Mavericks firing Nico Harrison and explore potential future directions for the team. They debate whether Dallas should rebuild around promising talent like Cooper Flagg or keep current pieces. The discussion then shifts to the Kings' need for a roster overhaul and the Clippers' decision to either blow it up or stay the course. Finally, they ponder the Celtics' options amidst Tatum's absence and the role of Derrick White as a crucial asset for the team.
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Why Dallas Fired Nico So Fast
- The Mavericks fired Nico Harrison quickly due to overwhelming fan backlash and poor early results.
- Rob Mahoney and Justin Verrier argue the move was as much PR-driven as basketball-driven given attendance and performance issues.
Injuries And PR Made The Plan Unsustainable
- The roster construction hinged on injury-prone stars that made sustainable success unlikely.
- Rob Mahoney notes even a good record wouldn't erase fan anger tied to the Luka trade and Houston-era decisions.
Reset Around Cooper Flagg
- Consider a near-scorched-earth reset to prioritize Cooper Flagg's development and long-term assets.
- Rob Mahoney suggests bottoming out and acquiring draft capital rather than clinging to short-term veterans.