Mavericks pivot to Terry Stotts after Sean Sweeney joins Orlando
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 2:41 AM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
The Dallas Mavericks are shifting their head coaching search after Sean Sweeney was hired by the Orlando Magic. Sweeney, previously a Mavericks assistant, helped the Spurs significantly improve defensively last season. The Mavericks are now considering candidates including Terry Stotts, a former Blazers head coach known for his playoff success. Stotts, 68, has previous ties to the Mavericks and remains a leading option due to his experience, although his age may raise concerns for the organization. The Mavericks aim to finalize their decision as the NBA Draft approaches this week.
- •Sean Sweeney was hired by Orlando Magic.
- •Mavericks consider Terry Stotts among other candidates.
- •Stotts had success with the Portland Trail Blazers.
- •Mavericks need a coach before the upcoming NBA Draft.
- 2:41 AMYahoo Sports — Mavericks missed out on Sean Sweeney, but this fan-favorite 68-year-old might be the next best thing
"With Sean Sweeney joining Orlando, Masai Ujiri’s Mavericks pivot their NBA head coaching search to former Blazers coach Terry Stotts.
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