Overview
- The Mavericks filled their top front-office role with Masai Ujiri, which effectively takes Dallas out of the pursuit of Timberwolves president Tim Connelly.
- Minnesota is considering an extension for Connelly, according to HoopsHype, following a first-round win over Denver and a second-round series start against San Antonio.
- Co-owner Alex Rodriguez has grown tired of reports linking Dallas to Connelly, as reported by Marc Stein.
- Dallas insiders expected Minnesota to deny permission to interview Connelly, Stein reported, a common practice for teams when executives remain under contract.
- Connelly is credited with building Minnesota’s deep roster after a successful run in Denver, and prior outside interest once helped him secure a new deal, which could boost his leverage again.