Which Shark Tank investor bought the Dallas Mavericks in 2000?

Mark Cuban bought the Dallas Mavericks in 2000, becoming the NBA franchise’s principal owner.

Cuban purchased the team from Ross Perot Jr. after the Mavericks had struggled on the court and had difficulty attracting fans. His ownership became closely associated with aggressive promotion, high-profile courtside appearances, and investment in team facilities and operations.

The Mavericks won their first NBA championship in 2011, defeating the Miami Heat in the Finals. Cuban is also widely known as a technology entrepreneur and television personality, including his role as an investor on Shark Tank.

A common mix-up is confusing Cuban’s ownership with a later minority ownership arrangement. He was the controlling owner for many years, although the Adelson and Dumont families later acquired a majority stake in the franchise in 2023.