Overview
- CEO Rick Welts said the search will not be rushed and that the club ideally wants a general manager in place before the 2026 NBA Draft.
- President Ethan Casson called it a huge hire tied to culture, draft management, and long-term direction, reiterating the deliberate approach.
- Michael Finley and Matt Riccardi remain the leading candidates after serving as co-interim GMs since Harrison’s November firing, with a formal hire targeted ahead of the draft.
- Finley publicly stated he wants the permanent role and on Saturday he denied on X that he played a part in the Luka Dončić trade, according to recent reporting.
- Dallas is rebuilding around 2025 No. 1 pick Cooper Flagg as a 23–47 season positions the team for another high pick, with Kyrie Irving rehabbing a torn ACL and expected back next season.