Dallas Mavericks Eye Bob Myers And Tim Connelly

Merlin sees Dallas hunting for a new general manager after Nico Harrison. Marc Stein says "the most frequently whispered Dallas target from that category is actually former Golden State Warriors lead executive Bob Myers." The Mavs would also eye Tim Connelly if he left Minnesota, though he is under contract through 2027. Owner Patrick Dumont "has lofty ambitions" but knows top architects like Presti, Buford or Stevens are unlikely. At 24-52 and out of the playoffs, Dallas could land another high lottery pick and the next GM will shape the team around 2025 No. 1 Cooper Flagg. After a "disastrous run under Harrison," the franchise needs a steady builder. Merlin senses the Mavericks want a proven architect, but Myers' HBSE ties and other hurdles make a quick fix improbable. Expect a careful, public courtship.