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DHJ Quick Take: Mavericks Announce JPMorgan Chase Jersey Patch Partnership The Dallas Mavericks explained the thinking behind their new JPMorgan Chase jersey patch deal Wednesday, with CEO Rick Welts revealing the team never shopped the partnership around. Why did the Mavericks choose Chase over other bidders? Welts said the team...

DHJ Quick Take: Mavericks Name Chase New Jersey Patch Partner The Dallas Mavericks and JPMorganChase announced a multi-year partnership Wednesday naming Chase the franchise's official Jersey Patch and Banking Partner, filling the sponsorship opening left by Chime's exit last month. What's the deal? Chase becomes the Mavericks' official Jersey Patch...

DHJ Quick Take: Dallas Mavericks Enter Option Agreements for Former Valley View Mall Site The Dallas Mavericks have entered option agreements for approximately 104 acres at the former Valley View Mall site, identifying Far North Dallas as their preferred home for a new arena and entertainment district. What did the...

The Dallas Mavericks are nearing a decision on one of the most important hires in franchise history, and team leadership wants it done before late June. Mavericks CEO Rick Welts said Thursday at Mavs Ball that the organization hopes to have a permanent general manager in place ahead of the...

The Dallas Mavericks plan to choose a location for their new arena and entertainment district by July, CEO Rick Welts said Thursday at the Mavs Ball. It is the clearest timeline the organization has offered on a project that has quietly shifted from conceptual to active development. "We're hoping, by...

The Dallas Mavericks announced Monday the appointment of Gina Miller as the organization’s chief communications officer, reporting to Chief Executive Officer Rick Welts, effective immediately. In the newly created role, Miller will oversee corporate communications, basketball communications, and broadcasting — a structure that expands the leadership scope previously held by...

The Dallas Mavericks announced the hiring of longtime sports executive Ethan Casson as the organization’s new president, effective August 11. He will report to Chief Executive Officer Rick Welts and oversee the franchise’s day-to-day business operations. Casson’s appointment marks an addition in a newly created role, allowing Welts to shift...

The Dallas Mavericks will face the Detroit Pistons in the 2025 NBA Mexico City Game, marking another milestone in the league’s growing international presence. The game will take place Saturday, Nov. 1, at Arena CDMX in Mexico City, the NBA and Zignia Live announced Tuesday. It will be the NBA’s...

Rick Welts named Dallas Mavericks CEO, succeeding Cynt Marshall. Welts brings Hall of Fame leadership to build on Marshall’s legacy of inclusion and cultural transformation.