Donnie Nelson Quotes

Within his chubby young body, the skills were still there. He was just a baby when he got into the league. He clearly got behind the 8-ball because of a combination of being too young and not understanding things, and he got depressed. When a big guy like that gets depressed, it often shows itself in the fridge. - Donnie Nelson

This is the hardest part of our business. We were trying to come up with some creative ways to still have financial freedom and somehow keep Mike. There was no way around the situation. ... There's no question that it's been a very difficult process for the franchise. - Donnie Nelson

This is the hardest part of our business. Mike and I started out in Phoenix together, got reunited here and obviously he was a key part in rebuilding this franchise. ... To share memories like that, it's been a very difficult several weeks for this franchise. - Donnie Nelson

This has been a very difficult process for all of us. Michael has played a huge role in rebuilding this franchise and taking it to where it is today. ... We thank him and wish him nothing but the best. - Donnie Nelson

The West just got tougher. This is a product of free agency. We're big boys. We understand that. - Donnie Nelson

Michael has played a huge role in rebuilding this franchise and taking it to where it is today. - Donnie Nelson

Let's just say we had a conversation. - Donnie Nelson

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

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

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