Dallas Mavericks GM Nico Harrison has become public enemy number 1 for the fanbase, but it doesn't look like he'll be losing his job anytime soon. NBA insider Brett Siegel reports that Harrison's job is not in threat despite the Mavericks' 2024-25 season turning into an absolutely disastrous one.

The Mavericks made arguably the worst trade in NBA history one month ago when they sent Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers in the middle of the night. As the Lakers have ascended to the No. 2 seed in the West in the wake of the trade, the Mavericks have collapsed in epic fashion in a way that’s equal parts amazing and heartbreaking to watch.

Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving tore his ACL during a 122–98 loss to the Sacramento Kings, ending his season.Irving's injury led to an outpouring of sympathy across the basketball world, including from the nine-time All-Star's general manager—Nico Harrison.