Dallas Mavericks Hire Masai Ujiri as Team President and Alternate Governor
The Dallas Mavericks have hired Masai Ujiri to serve as the team's new president and alternate governor, according to sources. Ujiri previously managed the Toronto Raptors from 2013 to 2025. He was the architect of the Raptors' 2019 NBA championship team.
api.foxsports.comThe Dallas Mavericks are hiring Masai Ujiri as the franchise's new team president and alternate governor, sources reported. Ujiri managed the Toronto Raptors from 2013 to 2025. During his tenure, he served as the architect of the team's 2019 NBA championship.
Ujiri's experience includes leading the Raptors to their first NBA title in 2019. Details on the terms of the agreement or start date were not disclosed in the report.
Ujiri's departure from the Raptors ends a 12-year run with the organization.
Key Facts
Story Timeline
3 events- 2026-05-04
Dallas Mavericks hire Masai Ujiri as team president and alternate governor.
1 source@ShamsCharania - 2019
Ujiri architects Toronto Raptors' NBA championship team.
1 source@ShamsCharania - 2013-2025
Ujiri manages the Toronto Raptors.
1 source@ShamsCharania
Potential Impact
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The Toronto Raptors will need to appoint a new executive to replace Ujiri.
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Mavericks' performance in future seasons may improve due to Ujiri's championship experience.
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Ujiri's move could influence NBA executive hiring trends in the coming months.
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