{"id":723019,"date":"2026-05-01T16:21:19","date_gmt":"2026-05-01T16:21:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nba\/723019\/"},"modified":"2026-05-01T16:21:19","modified_gmt":"2026-05-01T16:21:19","slug":"mavericks-gm-search-continues-days-before-nba-draft-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nba\/723019\/","title":{"rendered":"Mavericks\u2019 GM Search Continues Days Before NBA Draft"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/athlonsports.com\/nba\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:NBA;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link rapid-noclick-resp\">NBA<\/a> Draft is just 10 days away, and the <a href=\"https:\/\/athlonsports.com\/nba\/dallas-mavericks\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:Dallas Mavericks;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link rapid-noclick-resp\">Dallas Mavericks<\/a> are still without a general manager. While they have been actively searching for a top executive, their latest pursuit has suffered an unfortunate setback.<\/p>\n<p>Following the firing of Nico Harrison in November of last year, Dallas has yet to announce a full-time replacement. Michael Finley and Matt Riccardi are currently serving as interim GMs for the team. However, time is running out as the NBA Draft approaches.<\/p>\n<p>Several well-known executives, <a href=\"https:\/\/athlonsports.com\/nba\/mavericks-four-time-nba-champion-executive-bob-myers-klay-thompson-warriors-reunion\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:including former Warriors GM Bob Myers;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link rapid-noclick-resp\">including former Warriors GM Bob Myers<\/a>, have been linked to the role. The latest name on the list is Timberwolves president of basketball operations Tim Connelly. However, that possibility may also be shut down following the latest development.<\/p>\n<p>According to Marc Stein, the Mavericks\u2019 request for permission to speak with Connelly will most likely be denied by the Timberwolves. Hired in 2022, the Minnesota executive played a key role in acquiring <a href=\"https:\/\/athlonsports.com\/tag\/rudy-gobert\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:Rudy Gobert;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link rapid-noclick-resp\">Rudy Gobert<\/a>. Connelly is currently on a five-year, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.espn.com\/nba\/story\/_\/id\/33971725\/sources-minnesota-timberwolves-hire-executive-tim-connelly-5-year-deal-worth-40m-includes-ownership-equity\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:$40 million contract;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link rapid-noclick-resp\">$40 million contract<\/a> with the Wolves.<\/p>\n<p>Prior to his current role, Connelly held the same position with the <a href=\"https:\/\/athlonsports.com\/nba\/denver-nuggets\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:Denver Nuggets;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link rapid-noclick-resp\">Denver Nuggets<\/a>. <a href=\"https:\/\/athlonsports.com\/tag\/nikola-jokic\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:Nikola Jokic;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link rapid-noclick-resp\">Nikola Jokic<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/athlonsports.com\/tag\/jamal-murray\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:Jamal Murray;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link rapid-noclick-resp\">Jamal Murray<\/a>, and Michael Porter Jr. were all drafted under his leadership. He continues to make a similar impact in Minnesota.<\/p>\n<p>For Connelly to leave a team that has grown significantly over the past few seasons would be a bold move. However, the Mavericks are also desperate, as they need someone who can guide them through a challenging period. A major offer from Dallas could be expected, but only if the Timberwolves allow it.<\/p>\n<p>This story was originally published by <a href=\"https:\/\/athlonsports.com\/nba\/mavericks-face-concern-over-rejection-days-before-nba-draft-tim-connelly\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:Athlon Sports;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link rapid-noclick-resp\">Athlon Sports<\/a> on May 1, 2026, where it first appeared in the <a href=\"https:\/\/athlonsports.com\/nba\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:NBA;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link rapid-noclick-resp\">NBA<\/a> section. 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