Owner of NBA's Dallas Mavericks accused in 2004 stock sale
Dallas Morning News Nov 17, 08 12:47 PM CST
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Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban was charged today with insider trading, the Dallas Morning News reports. The government alleges that, in 2004, Cuban spoke with the CEO of a company in which he held shares, and was told, confidentially, of a new stock offering that would dilute the value of his holdings. “Well, now I’m screwed,” Cuban allegedly said. “I can’t sell.”
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Billionaire investor launches bid to oust board
Wall Street Journal May 15, 08 9:28 PM CDT
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Hours after Carl Icahn began his quest to take over Yahoo’s board, the company issued a statement saying he has a "significant misunderstanding" of the recent Microsoft purchase offer, the Wall Street Journal reports. Icahn wants to unseat the current Yahoo board, replace it with one of his own, and force the company to try to forge a deal with Microsoft.
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Regular-season prowess, postseason pratfalls defined rookie coach's Dallas tenure
Associated Press Apr 30, 08 10:03 PM CDT
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From the start, Avery Johnson was a perfect fit as coach of the Dallas Mavericks. At the end, it was pretty obvious he wasn't. Johnson lost his job Wednesday, a move the team referred to as "relieving him of his duties."
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What bloggers, media outlets put online creates friction with pro leagues
New York Times Apr 21, 08 9:40 AM CDT
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As bloggers multiply and media outlets aim to put more audio, video and photo content on their websites, tensions mount with professional sports leagues. Leagues argue that outlets making such content widely available steps on the toes of the broadcasters who have paid to present games—but, the New York Times reports, limiting the media's scope might impinge on free speech.
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Howard, Nowitzki, Dampier dominate
up front on both ends
Associated Press Jan 28, 08 11:04 PM CST
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Dallas used 70% shooting to outscore Memphis by 14 in the first quarter and then coasted, winning 103-84. Josh Howard made his first eight shots as part of the early barrage and totaled 26 points, reports AP. Dirk Nowitzki had 20 for the Mavs who have won 12 of 14 overall and 13 consecutive games over lowly Memphis, now 13-32.
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Mel B finishes first as lack of technique sends billionaire to exit
E! Online Oct 24, 07 12:39 PM CDT
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No magic lamp could save Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban from losing his small-screen wingtips last night, as the billionaire was bumped from “Dancing with the Stars.” Cuban, who’s lost 30 pounds and one goatee since his stint began, entertained with a samba inspired by “I Dream of Jeannie,” but critics pounced on his lack of technique, E! reports.
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Billionaire Mavs owner says storied club is an opportunity he
can't let 'slip by'
Associated Press Oct 9, 07 6:48 AM CDT
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When the Tribune Company looks to sell the Chicago Cubs this off-season, rowdy Mavericks owner Mark Cuban wants a seat at the table. Known for referee bashing and sideline antics while cheering on his NBA team, the billionaire yesterday reiterated his desire to own one of the crown jewels of professional sports in an interview with a Chicago DJ.
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Newton joins Scary Spice, Marie Osmond on new season of Dancing with the Stars
People Aug 29, 07 4:47 PM CDT
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A Spice Girl, a billionaire, a supermodel, a racecar driver, and a soap hunk will all be breaking out their dancing shoes for season five of Dancing with the Stars . The ABC hit, which revealed its new 12-person cast today, is slated to premiere next month with a new format that will emphasize the backgrounds of its stars, People reveals.
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Veteran Tim Donaghy accused of mob ties, illegal bets totaling thousands of dollars
ESPN Jul 21, 07 2:39 PM CDT
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The FBI has officially blown the whistle on an NBA referee accused on illegal gambling. The feds are investigating claims that over the past two years veteran Tim Donaghy officiated a number of games on which he or his associates had placed bets—which might have totaled thousands of dollars. Their probe will also scrutinize Donaghy's alleged mob ties.
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Mavs' owner sets his sights on Wrigley Field
Chicago Tribune Jul 14, 07 8:54 AM CDT
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Mercurial billionaire Mark Cuban has expressed in interest in buying the Chicago Cubs. Put on the block by real estate mogul Sam Zell, the Cubs will have to placate Major League Baseball and local fans to succeed. Rick Morrissey, writing in another Zell property, the Chicago Tribune, says he thinks it will be a hard sell.
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Investment banker, Google exec lay groundwork to challenge NFL next year
New York Times May 30, 07 4:03 PM CDT
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Wall Street renegade Bill Hambrecht is taking on one of America's biggest monopolies and launching his own professional football league. The United Football League plans to launch its challenge to the NFL's hegemony in 2008 with eight teams in non-NFL markets, including Los Angeles, Las Vegas, and Mexico City. One owner—Mark Cuban, of course—is already on board.
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Trophy fills Dirk with existential angst after playoff debacle
Fort Worth Star-Telegram May 16, 07 6:26 AM CDT
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Dirk Nowitzki was named the first European MVP of the NBA, but he was also the first since Moses Malone in 1982 to receive the award after losing in the first round of the playoffs. Nowitzki put up career statistics, especially in shooting efficiency, while leading Dallas to the sixth-best record in basketball history. Voting finished before the postseason.
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Golden State, Nelson poised for huge upset, measure of revenge
Wall Street Journal May 1, 07 12:53 PM CDT
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Eighth-seeded Golden State won't just be bidding to eliminate the top-seeded Mavericks when their first-round NBA playoff series resumes tonight in Dallas. In what the Wall Street Journal calls "one of the nastiest personal feuds in professional sports," coach Don Nelson's Warriors can send Dallas and owner Mark Cuban home early.
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They' could both make long-suffering Cubs
fans very happy
Sports Illustrated Apr 5, 07 8:59 PM CDT
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Team USA executive director Jerry Colangelo and Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban are the two individuals most likely to buy the Cubs, argues Jon Heyman. Both have track records of success, and Colangelo is a Chicago native. The zany renegade Cuban seems to be on the list beause he didn't say "no" when asked by Jim Cramer if he was interested.
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