In the interview that was published Sunday in which the publication described his words as "at times fiery, passionate and blunt," Dumont cited "character" and "culture" as reasons for the trade. And he insisted that the Mavericks are not moving to Las Vegas, where the fortune of the controlling owner's family was made.

Dallas Mavericks Governor, Patrick Dumont came out with shocking comments on the Luka Doncic trade. Dumont repeated comments made by Mavericks General Manager Nico Harrison that the team was focused on bringing in players who could help build and improve the team’s culture.