Mark Cuban reflects on Mavericks' decision to let Jalen Brunson go
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 8:27 AM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
Mark Cuban, former owner of the Mavericks, discussed the team's decision to allow Jalen Brunson to leave for the Knicks. In a recent podcast appearance, Cuban stated that the Mavericks did not foresee Brunson's potential development into a key player. Brunson’s scoring average in his final season with Dallas reached over 15 points per game, highlighting his growth before his departure. This acknowledgment comes as Brunson has significantly contributed to the Knicks since joining them.
- •Mark Cuban admitted the Mavericks underestimated Jalen Brunson's potential.
- •Brunson averaged over 15 points per game in his last season with the Mavericks.
- •Cuban spoke about this topic on 'House of Haymaker'.
- •Brunson's impact has been notable since joining the Knicks.
- 8:27 AMYahoo Sports — Mark Cuban: We didn’t see Jalen Brunson as what he would become
"Mark Cuban: We didn’t see Jalen Brunson as what he would become
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