For the first time since the Luka Doncic trade, Mavericks owner Patrick Dumont has finally spoken publicly. The executive wanted to make sure everyone around knew that despite the rumors of the franchise relocating to Las Vegas, where most of his family is based, they are staying put in Dallas.

The Dallas Mavericks governor Patrick Dumont slammed rumors that the team would be moving to Las Vegas down the line.

After the Luka Doncic-for-Anthony Davis trade, Mavericks fans expressed strong dissatisfaction with the move. However, Patrick Dumont addressed the controversy head-on, delivering firm statements about the shift in the team's sporting project and defending the decision.