Just what he's meant on and off the court, he's impacted everyone from fans to the front office. Ultimately, it's our responsibility to do what's in the best interest of the Dallas Mavericks, but Michael has a special place in Mark's heart, my heart, and a special place in the franchise. At the end of the day, this just feels right.

Donnie Nelson

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Just what he's meant on and off the court, he's impacted every one from fans to the front office. Ultimately, it's our responsibility to do what's in the best interest of the Dallas Mavericks, but Michael has a special place in Mark's (Cuban) heart, my heart, and a special place in the franchise.

— Donn Nelson

The fans are really into it and it kind of pumps you up. And if you get ahead of them, you can look back at them and say, 'ha, ha.

— Donnie Edwards

She plopped it into my office and said she'd been saving for a cruise but there is no way she could go after all this,

It's just the reality of the global market. It's certainly a trend that's not going to go away. The NBA is going to find the best players, whether from here or [overseas].

— Donnie Nelson

He's a big guy who can rebound and defend, and he's got a lot of playoff experience.

— Donnie Nelson