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The Washington Wizards have hired Michael Winger as president of Monumental Basketball. Winger will have full leadership of the franchise and also oversee the WNBA Mystics and the G League Go-Go.

Winger was hired away from the Oklahoma City Thunder by the Los Angeles Clippers in 2017 and worked under Lawrence Frank. Before working with the Thunder under Sam Presti, Winger was an executive with the Cleveland Cavaliers under GM Danny Ferry from 2005 to 2010.

Trajan Langdon was also a prominent part in the Wizards’ search.

Luka Doncic reiterated his long-term commitment to the Dallas Mavericks following their 138-117 loss to the San Antonio Spurs to close out the season.

“I’m happy here, so there’s nothing to worry [about],” said Doncic after the game.

ESPN reported earlier in the weekend that the Mavs feared Doncic requesting a trade as early as 2024.

“Something’s got to change, for sure. I mean, last year we went to Western Conference finals. We were having fun. I always talk about the chemistry we had. It was great. But something’s got to change for sure,” added Doncic.

The Mavs finished 38-44 on the season, representing Doncic’s first losing record since his rookie season.

Doncic did acknowledge his frustration with the losing season, along with difficulties in his personal life.