On February 2, 2025, the Dallas Mavericks created significant disruption within the NBA landscape by trading their star player, Luka Doncic, to the Los Angeles Lakers. Mavericks General Manager Nico Harrison encountered substantial criticism regarding this transaction. However, in a recent interview, he firmly justified his choice to part ways with the franchise’s central figure, Doncic, despite the extensive negative reactions from fans and analysts alike.
On Tuesday, Harrison held a private press conference to discuss the Luka Doncic-Anthony Davis trade. During this session, Harrison made a stir by indicating that there was no guarantee that Doncic would sign a supermax extension.
Tim MacMahon: “Luka was gonna sign the supermax. Why didn’t you sign him and then if you really wanted to trade him […]”
Harrison: “Well there’s no guarantee he would sign a supermax”
MacMahon: “He has guaranteed it, he was bawling on the bench”
Harrison: “Well like I said, we can agree to disagree”
Tim MacMahon: "Luka was gonna sign the supermax. Why didn't you sign him and then if you really wanted to trade him […]" |
— MrBuckBuck (@MrBuckBuckNBA) April 15, 2025
Nico: "Well there's no guarantee he would sign a supermax" | MacMahon: "He has guaranteed it, he was bawling on the bench" |
Nico: "Well like I said, we… pic.twitter.com/17n1nYhooI
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In the midst of the drama, Doncic showcased his exceptional skills with the Lakers, guiding the team to an impressive 50-32 regular season record. This remarkable performance solidified their position as the 3rd seed in the Western Conference standings.
Nico Harrison Under Fire Following Controversial Luka Doncic Supermax Contract Admission
When a segment of Nico Harrison’s interview surfaced on social media, in which he made a bold statement about Doncic, fans quickly reacted in the comment sections. Many fans voiced their discontent with Harrison, urging the Mavericks organization to consider his dismissal.
One fan said, “You can look at Nico and tell he’s off . He’s an airhead and should resign.”
You can look at Nico and tell he’s off . He’s an airhead and should resign
— why so serious (@doodleYAKi) April 15, 2025
Another fan mentioned, “I have never in My life wanted somebody to be fired and punted into the sun as badly as I want Nico gone.”
I have never in My life wanted somebody to be fired and punted into the sun as badly as I want Nico gone.
— Harrison Johnson (@harrEjohnson) April 16, 2025
Another fan commented, “He’s too much of a coward to just say the organization is not willing to pay a supermax.”
He’s too much of a coward to just say the organization is not willing to pay a supermax
— Aron (@aronlongspurs) April 15, 2025
A basketball enthusiast mentioned, “Nico’s stupidity costs Luka $100m.”
Nico's stupidity costs Luka $100m.
— Lonestar (@lone_N_little) April 15, 2025
Another fan mentioned, “I think we can agree that EVERYBODY disagrees with Nico.”
I think we can agree that EVERYBODY disagrees with Nico.
— DHolb (@dholb) April 15, 2025
Another fan commented, “Nico is the absolute worst.”
Nico is the absolute worst.
— Josh Mieldezis (@JMieldezis11) April 15, 2025
Harrison’s bold remarks during the interview are likely to spark significant reactions within the NBA community. It will be intriguing to observe how various fans and analysts respond to his comments.
