History of Mark Cuban in Timeline
Mark Cuban is a prominent American businessman and television personality. He is best known for his ownership of the Dallas Mavericks NBA team, his role as an investor on the popular show Shark Tank, and his ventures in the entertainment industry through 2929 Entertainment.
July 31, 1958: Birth of Mark Cuban
Mark Cuban was born on July 31, 1958, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
1981: Graduation from Indiana University
Mark Cuban graduated from the Kelley School of Business at Indiana University in 1981, earning a Bachelor of Science degree in management.
July 7, 1982: Move to Dallas and Early Career
On July 7, 1982, Mark Cuban moved to Dallas, Texas. He worked as a bartender and then as a salesperson for Your Business Software but was fired less than a year later.
1989: Founding of Audionet
Audionet was founded in 1989 by Chris Jaeb.
1990: Sale of MicroSolutions
In 1990, Mark Cuban sold his company, MicroSolutions, to CompuServe for $6 million, making approximately $2 million after taxes.
1995: Co-founding of Audionet (later Broadcast.com)
Mark Cuban and Todd Wagner co-founded Audionet in 1995, which later became Broadcast.com.
1998: Audionet Becomes Broadcast.com
Audionet was renamed Broadcast.com in 1998.
October 1999: Guinness World Record for Largest E-commerce Transaction
Mark Cuban set a Guinness World Record in October 1999 for the "largest single e-commerce transaction" by purchasing a Gulfstream V jet for $40 million online.
1999: Acquisition of Broadcast.com by Yahoo!
Broadcast.com was acquired by Yahoo! for $5.7 billion in Yahoo! stock in 1999 during the dot com boom.
January 4, 2000: Purchase of Dallas Mavericks
On January 4, 2000, Mark Cuban purchased a majority stake in the NBA's Dallas Mavericks for $285 million from H. Ross Perot Jr.
September 2002: Cuban Marries Tiffany Stewart
Mark Cuban married Tiffany Stewart in September 2002, in a private ceremony held in Barbados.
2002: Cuban's Dairy Queen Challenge
In 2002, Mark Cuban's criticism of NBA official Ed T. Rush led to a public challenge from Dairy Queen, prompting Cuban to work a day at a local Dairy Queen.
September 24, 2003: Purchase of Landmark Theatres
Mark Cuban's firm, 2929 Entertainment, purchased Landmark Theatres, a chain of 58 arthouse movie theaters, on September 24, 2003.
November 2003: Mark Cuban Featured on Best Magazine Cover
Mark Cuban was featured on the cover of Best magazine's November 2003 premiere issue, discussing the emergence of high-definition television.
2003: Cuban's First WWE Appearance
Mark Cuban's initial foray into the world of professional wrestling occurred in 2003 when he participated in a staged altercation at WWE's Survivor Series event.
2003: Birth of Cuban's First Daughter
Mark Cuban and Tiffany Stewart welcomed their first daughter in 2003.
2003: Cuban Founds Fallen Patriot Fund
Demonstrating his philanthropic spirit, Cuban established the Fallen Patriot Fund in 2003 to provide support to the families of U.S. military personnel who were killed or injured during the Iraq War.
February 2004: Announcement of "The Benefactor"
In February 2004, Mark Cuban announced his collaboration with ABC to produce "The Benefactor," a reality television series.
June 2004: Alleged Insider Trading Involving Mamma.com
In June 2004, Cuban allegedly engaged in insider trading by selling his shares in Mamma.com after receiving confidential information about a stock dilution. This event led to an SEC investigation and subsequent legal battles for Cuban.
September 13, 2004: Premiere of "The Benefactor"
"The Benefactor," a reality television series produced by Mark Cuban, premiered on September 13, 2004, but was canceled due to low ratings.
2005: Investments in Brondell Inc. and Goowy Media Inc.
In 2005, Cuban invested in Brondell Inc., known for their high-tech toilet seat "Swash," and Goowy Media Inc., an internet software startup.
2005: Investment in RedSwoosh
Mark Cuban made a $1.7 million investment in the file-sharing company RedSwoosh, co-founded by Travis Kalanick, in 2005.
2005: Cuban Initiates Booing Campaign Against Michael Finley
Mark Cuban started a booing campaign directed at former Mavericks player Michael Finley upon Finley's return as a member of the San Antonio Spurs.
2005: Cuban Expresses Interest in Pittsburgh Penguins
Mark Cuban's foray into potential NHL ownership began in 2005 when he first expressed interest in buying the Pittsburgh Penguins.
2005: Cuban's Attempt to Purchase Pittsburgh Pirates Rejected
Mark Cuban's interest in purchasing his hometown team, the Pittsburgh Pirates, was rebuffed by then-owner Kevin McClatchy in 2005.
April 2006: Announcement of "Mark Cuban's Radio Maverick"
Sirius Satellite Radio announced in April 2006 that Mark Cuban would host a weekly radio talk show, "Mark Cuban's Radio Maverick," though the show did not materialize.
June 30, 2006: Nowitzki Comments on Cuban's Ownership
Mavericks player Dirk Nowitzki shared his thoughts on Mark Cuban's ownership style in an interview on June 30, 2006.
July 2006: Financing of Sharesleuth.com
Mark Cuban provided financing for Sharesleuth.com in July 2006, a website aimed at uncovering corporate fraud, but his investment strategy drew scrutiny.
2006: Cuban Fined for Misconduct After 2006 NBA Finals Loss
Following the Mavericks' loss to the Miami Heat in the 2006 NBA Finals, Mark Cuban received a $250,000 fine from the NBA for repeated misconduct.
2006: First NBA Finals Appearance
In 2006, the Dallas Mavericks, under Mark Cuban's ownership, reached their first NBA Finals but lost to the Miami Heat.
2006: Cuban Fined for Misconduct During Playoff Series
Mark Cuban faced multiple fines from the NBA in 2006 for his behavior during the playoffs, including cursing at a player and criticizing officials.
2006: Birth of Cuban's Second Daughter
Cuban's second daughter was born in 2006.
2006: Release of "Bubble"
2929 Entertainment released the movie "Bubble," directed by Steven Soderbergh, in 2006.
2006: Cuban's Bid for Pittsburgh Penguins Rejected
In 2006, Mark Cuban joined an investment group to bid for the Pittsburgh Penguins; however, their bid was rejected when team owners Mario Lemieux and Ronald Burkle decided to keep the team.
February 2007: Cuban Criticizes Dwyane Wade, Hints at 2006 Finals Controversy
In February 2007, Mark Cuban publicly criticized NBA Finals MVP Dwyane Wade and suggested there were unmentioned controversies surrounding the 2006 NBA Finals.
April 2007: Publication of "Let's Go, Mavs!"
Mark Cuban published his first children's book, "Let's Go, Mavs!," in partnership with Mascot Books, in April 2007.
September 12, 2007: Cuban Announces MMA Venture with Vince McMahon
On September 12, 2007, Mark Cuban revealed his plans to collaborate with WWE Chairman Vince McMahon on a mixed martial arts company intended to rival the UFC.
September 2007: Redacted Film Controversy
In September 2007, Mark Cuban, as owner of Magnolia Pictures, removed disturbing photos from the film 'Redacted' due to copyright issues.
October 13, 2007: Cuban Launches "HDNet Fights"
Mark Cuban launched his own mixed martial arts promotion, "HDNet Fights," which premiered on October 13, 2007, featuring a card headlined by a fight between Erik Paulson and Jeff Ford.
2007: Acquisition of RedSwoosh by Akamai
RedSwoosh was acquired by Akamai for $19 million in 2007.
February 8, 2008: Cuban Supports Bloomberg Presidential Bid
Mark Cuban publicly voiced his support for the draft Bloomberg movement on February 8, 2008, encouraging New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg to run for president in the 2008 election.
October 2008: Launch of Bailoutsleuth.com
Cuban launched Bailoutsleuth.com in October 2008 as a platform to monitor the U.S. government's $700 billion financial bailout.
November 17, 2008: SEC Files Insider Trading Suit Against Cuban
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) filed a civil suit against Cuban on November 17, 2008, alleging insider trading related to Mamma.com shares in June 2004. The SEC claimed Cuban avoided a \$750,000 loss by selling his holdings based on confidential information. Cuban denied wrongdoing, claiming he hadn't agreed to secrecy and called the investigation a "gross abuse of prosecutorial discretion."
2008: Cuban Makes Bid for Chicago Cubs
In 2008, Mark Cuban expressed interest in owning a Major League Baseball franchise by submitting a $1.3 billion bid for the Chicago Cubs.
January 2009: Cuban Excluded from Final Bidding for Chicago Cubs
In January 2009, Mark Cuban was not selected to participate in the final bidding process for the purchase of the Chicago Cubs, despite submitting an initial bid of $1.3 billion in 2008.
January 16, 2009: Cuban Fined \$25,000 for Yelling at J.R. Smith
On January 16, 2009, Mark Cuban was fined \$25,000 for yelling at Denver Nuggets player J.R. Smith after a game on January 13th. Cuban, offended by an elbow thrown by Smith, offered to donate the fine amount to charity.
May 2009: Cuban Sparks Controversy with "Thugs" Comment
In May 2009, Cuban was involved in another controversy after calling the Denver Nuggets "thugs" following a playoff loss. He directed his comment towards the team and fans, including Kenyon Martin's mother, sparking further media attention and an eventual apology from Cuban.
July 2009: Insider Trading Charges Dismissed, SEC Appeals
In July 2009, a U.S. District Court dismissed the insider trading charges against Cuban. However, the SEC appealed the decision, continuing the legal battle.
December 7, 2009: Cuban Guest Hosts WWE Raw
Mark Cuban appeared as a guest host on WWE Raw on December 7, 2009, where he was involved in storylines with wrestlers Randy Orton, Kofi Kingston, and Sheamus.
2009: Missed Opportunity with Uber
Travis Kalanick approached Cuban for an investment in Uber in 2009, but Cuban's counter-offer was not accepted.
2009: Cuban Joins MIT Sloan Sports Analytics Conference
Since 2009, Mark Cuban has been a regular participant in the prestigious MIT Sloan Sports Analytics Conference, contributing his insights to the intersection of sports and data analysis.
2009: Birth of Cuban's Son
Cuban and Stewart became parents to a son in 2009.
April 2010: Cuban Loans $5 Million to UFL
Mark Cuban provided a $5 million loan to the newly formed United Football League (UFL) in April 2010, without owning a franchise or being involved in day-to-day league operations.
May 2010: Lawsuit by H. Ross Perot Jr.
In May 2010, H. Ross Perot Jr. filed a lawsuit against Mark Cuban, alleging the Dallas Mavericks were insolvent.
May 22, 2010: Cuban Fined \$100,000 for Comments on LeBron James Signing
On May 22, 2010, Mark Cuban received a \$100,000 fine from the NBA due to his comments made during a television interview regarding attempts to sign LeBron James.
June 2010: Cuban's Response to Lawsuit
In June 2010, Mark Cuban responded to H. Ross Perot Jr.'s lawsuit, claiming Perot was seeking money to offset real estate losses.
August 2010: Cuban's Bid for Texas Rangers Falls Short
Mark Cuban's attempt to purchase the Texas Rangers in August 2010 was unsuccessful, despite offering bids totaling nearly $600 million. The deal fell through before the Rangers played in the 2010 World Series.
September 2010: Investment in Motionloft
In September 2010, Mark Cuban invested venture capital into Motionloft, a store-front analytics company, after being cold-emailed by its CEO Jon Mills.
September 2010: Appeals Court Rules Against Cuban, Further Proceedings Ordered
The appeals court ruled in September 2010 that the district court had erred in dismissing the insider trading charges against Cuban, necessitating further legal proceedings to address the merits of the case.
October 6, 2010: Deadline for UFL Loan Repayment
October 6, 2010, marked the deadline for the United Football League (UFL) to repay a $5 million loan from Mark Cuban, which ultimately led to a lawsuit.
January 2011: Cuban Sues UFL over Unpaid Loan
Mark Cuban filed a federal lawsuit against the United Football League (UFL) in January 2011, citing their failure to repay the $5 million loan by the agreed-upon deadline.
April 2011: Alleged Incident at Portland Bar
In April 2011, an alleged incident occurred at a Portland bar called the Barrel Room, where a woman later accused Cuban of sexual misconduct. This incident came to light in 2018, leading to public scrutiny and an investigation by the NBA.
April 2011: Sale of Magnolia Pictures and Landmark Theatres
In April 2011, Mark Cuban put Magnolia Pictures and Landmark Theatres up for sale but remained open to keeping them if the price was not right.
November 2011: Cuban Publicly Discusses Dodgers' Valuation
In November 2011, Mark Cuban stated his belief that the Los Angeles Dodgers franchise was not worth twice the value of the Texas Rangers, suggesting a price ceiling for his interest in purchasing the team.
November 2011: Publication of "How to Win at the Sport of Business: If I Can Do It, You Can Do It"
Cuban authored an e-book titled "How to Win at the Sport of Business: If I Can Do It, You Can Do It" in November 2011, offering motivational advice.
2011: Lawsuit Dismissal
In 2011, the lawsuit filed by H. Ross Perot Jr. against Mark Cuban was dismissed, partly due to the Mavericks' recent NBA Finals victory.
2011: Impact on Shark Tank Ratings
Since joining in 2011, Mark Cuban has significantly increased the ratings of Shark Tank.
2011: Joined Shark Tank
In 2011, Mark Cuban joined the ABC reality program Shark Tank as a 'shark' investor starting from its second season.
2011: Dallas Mavericks Win NBA Championship
In 2011, Mark Cuban celebrated a major triumph as the owner of the Dallas Mavericks when the team won the NBA Championship.
2011: Cuban Remains Silent During Mavericks' Championship Run
Despite his history of outspoken behavior, Cuban notably refrained from making controversial comments during the Mavericks' successful championship run in 2011.
2011: Cuban Explores Minority Ownership of New York Mets
Mark Cuban expressed interest in becoming a minority owner of the New York Mets in 2011 when owner Fred Wilpon announced plans to sell up to a 25% stake in the team.
January 2012: Cuban's Bid for Los Angeles Dodgers Rejected
In January 2012, Mark Cuban's bid for the Los Angeles Dodgers was eliminated before the second round, with the franchise ultimately selling for $2.15 billion to Guggenheim Baseball Management.
November 2012: Cuban Counters Trump's Offer with Charity Challenge
Mark Cuban responded to Donald Trump's offer to President Obama in November 2012 by proposing his own challenge: he would donate $1 million to a charity chosen by Trump if Trump shaved his head.
December 19, 2012: Cuban Funds EFF Patent Reform Initiative
Mark Cuban donated $250,000 to the Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF) on December 19, 2012, to support their work on patent reform, specifically funding a new position titled "The Mark Cuban Chair to Eliminate Stupid Patents."
2012: Emmy Award Wins for Outstanding Reality Program
In 2012 and 2013, Shark Tank won the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Reality Program, with Mark Cuban as a key contributor.
2012: Cuban Makes Political Donations
In 2012, Mark Cuban made political donations totaling $7,000, divided between Republican Senator Orrin Hatch of Utah and Democratic California Congresswoman Zoe Lofgren.
October 16, 2013: Jury Finds Cuban Not Guilty in Insider Trading Case
On October 16, 2013, after a lengthy legal battle, a federal jury in Texas found Cuban not guilty of insider trading charges. The jury reached their verdict after deliberating for over three hours.
November 2013: Acquisition Dispute
In November 2013, Mark Cuban denied claims of an impending acquisition of Motionloft, leading to further scrutiny of the company's CEO, Jon Mills.
December 1, 2013: CEO Termination at Motionloft
On December 1, 2013, Jon Mills was terminated as CEO of Motionloft by its stockholders following controversy over a misrepresented acquisition.
January 18, 2014: Cuban Fined \$100,000 for Confronting Referees
On January 18, 2014, Cuban was fined \$100,000 by the NBA for confronting referees and using inappropriate language. True to his pattern, Cuban pledged to match the fine with a charitable donation, contingent upon reaching two million followers on Twitter.
February 2014: Arrest of Jon Mills
In February 2014, former Motionloft CEO Jon Mills was arrested by the FBI and charged with wire fraud for misrepresenting a pending acquisition.
March 2014: Cuban Criticizes High-Frequency Trading
Cuban publicly criticized high-frequency trading (HFT) in March 2014, arguing that the technology is akin to automated insider trading. His stance aligns with others who oppose HFT, raising concerns about its potential impact on market fairness.
2014: Appeal Affirmed
In 2014, the 5th Circuit Court affirmed the dismissal of H. Ross Perot Jr.'s lawsuit against Mark Cuban.
2014: Emmy Award Wins for Shark Tank
From 2014 to 2017, Shark Tank won the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Structured Reality Program during Mark Cuban's tenure.
February 2015: Cuban Expresses Concerns About Net Neutrality
At the Code/Media conference in February 2015, Mark Cuban shared his reservations about net neutrality, stating that the FCC's involvement in internet oversight worried him.
May 2015: Shark Tank Investments
As of May 2015, Mark Cuban had invested in 85 deals across 111 Shark Tank episodes, totaling $19.9 million. Some deals did not proceed after due diligence.
June 2015: Cuban Donates \$5 Million to Indiana University
Cuban made a generous \$5 million donation to Indiana University Bloomington in June 2015 to establish the "Mark Cuban Center for Sports Media and Technology," housed within the university's Assembly Hall basketball arena.
June 2015: Cuban Invests in Unikrn
Mark Cuban entered the esports realm in June 2015 by investing in Unikrn, a platform focused on esports betting.
September 2015: Cuban Hints at Potential Presidential Run
In September 2015, Mark Cuban sparked media speculation by stating running for president was "a fun idea to toss around."
October 2015: Cuban Suggests Running for Speaker of the House
Mark Cuban took to Twitter in October 2015, suggesting he might run for Speaker of the House as John Boehner prepared to step down.
February 2016: Cuban Acquires Stake in Professional Futsal League
Mark Cuban expanded his sports portfolio in February 2016 by purchasing a principal ownership stake in the Professional Futsal League.
May 2016: Cuban Expresses Openness to Being Running Mate for Clinton or Trump
In May 2016, Mark Cuban stated he would be open to being a running mate for either Hillary Clinton or Donald Trump in the upcoming presidential election.
July 21, 2016: Cuban Mocks Trump on "The Late Show"
On July 21, 2016, Mark Cuban appeared on "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert" where he publicly mocked Donald Trump's business dealings and financial history.
July 30, 2016: Cuban Endorses Hillary Clinton, Criticizes Donald Trump
Mark Cuban formally endorsed Hillary Clinton for president at a rally in Pittsburgh on July 30, 2016, and made critical remarks about Republican nominee Donald Trump.
September 2016: Cuban Criticizes Trump's Tax Stance
Mark Cuban criticized Donald Trump's views on taxes following a presidential debate in September 2016, arguing against Trump's claim that minimizing tax payments was "smart."
September 2016: Cuban Publicly Supports Clinton, Criticizes Trump
During a September 2016 interview, Mark Cuban effectively endorsed Hillary Clinton for president and criticized Donald Trump's qualifications and policies.
November 22, 2016: Cuban Meets with Steve Bannon
Mark Cuban engaged in a meeting with Steve Bannon, a key advisor to then President-elect Donald Trump, on November 22, 2016.
2016: Cuban Declines to Run for President in 2016
Despite earlier hints, Mark Cuban clarified that he had no plans to run for president in the 2016 U.S. presidential election.
October 2017: Cuban Expresses Interest in Potential Presidential Run
In October 2017, Mark Cuban said he would "definitely" consider running for president if he wasn't married, sparking further speculation about his political ambitions.
January 2018: Mavericks to Accept Bitcoin
In January 2018, Mark Cuban announced that the Dallas Mavericks would start accepting Bitcoin for ticket payments in the following season.
February 21, 2018: Cuban Fined \$600,000 for "Tanking" Comments
On February 21, 2018, Cuban received a \$600,000 fine, his largest yet, from the NBA for publicly suggesting that the Dallas Mavericks should "tank" for the rest of the season. Commissioner Adam Silver deemed the comments detrimental to the league.
March 6, 2018: Allegations of Sexual Misconduct Surface Against Cuban
On March 6, 2018, Willamette Week published an article detailing an alleged incident from April 2011, where a woman accused Cuban of sexual misconduct at a Portland bar. The woman claimed Cuban groped her while posing for photos. Cuban denied the allegations, providing a polygraph test and statements from doctors supporting his claim. The Portland District Attorney declined to prosecute due to insufficient evidence.
March 8, 2018: NBA Launches Review of Sexual Misconduct Allegations
Following the public allegations of sexual misconduct against Cuban, the NBA announced on March 8, 2018, that it would be conducting a review of the matter.
2018: Mark Cuban Ranked on Forbes' List of World's Richest People
In 2018, Forbes ranked Mark Cuban as no. 190 on their list of the "World's Richest People," with a net worth of $3.9 billion.
March 2019: Cuban Considers Independent Presidential Run
Mark Cuban revealed in March 2019 that he was seriously considering running for president as an independent candidate.
May 2019: Cuban Remains Undecided on 2020 Presidential Run
In May 2019, Mark Cuban acknowledged he was still considering a presidential run but believed it would "take the perfect storm" for him to commit.
2019: Investment in Veldskoen Shoes
In 2019, Mark Cuban, along with Ashton Kutcher and others, acquired a 50% stake in Veldskoen Shoes' U.S. business.
March 6, 2020: Cuban Fined \$500,000 for Criticism of NBA Officiating
On March 6, 2020, the NBA fined Cuban \$500,000 for his public criticism and detrimental conduct related to NBA officiating.
May 2020: Cuban Voices Support for Joe Biden
During a televised appearance on "Hannity" in May 2020, Mark Cuban expressed his support for former Vice President Joe Biden in the 2020 U.S. presidential election.
June 2020: Cuban Reveals Serious Consideration of 2020 Independent Run
Mark Cuban disclosed in June 2020 that he had seriously explored an independent presidential bid in 2020, even commissioning a national poll to assess his chances.
2020: Cuban Contemplates Challenging Trump in 2020
Speculation arose that Mark Cuban might challenge Donald Trump in the 2020 presidential election, potentially running as either a Democrat or an independent candidate.
2020: Cuban Helps Homeless Former NBA Player Delonte West
In a compassionate act, Cuban encountered homeless former NBA player Delonte West at a Dallas gas station in 2020 and provided assistance by paying for a hotel room and covering West's treatment at a drug rehabilitation center.
2020: Support for National Anthem Movement
In late 2020, Mark Cuban supported the movement against playing the National Anthem at sports events.
January 4, 2021: GameStop Short Squeeze Begins
The GameStop short squeeze began on January 4, 2021, with shares priced at $17.15 as Reddit's WallStreetBets community targeted hedge funds shorting the stock.
January 28, 2021: GameStop Shares Peak Amidst Short Squeeze
GameStop shares reached a high of $489 on January 28, 2021, driven by a short squeeze orchestrated by Reddit's WallStreetBets community.
February 2, 2021: Mark Cuban Participates in Reddit's WallStreetBets Forum
On February 2, 2021, Mark Cuban participated in a "Ask Me Anything" forum on Reddit's WallStreetBets community, offering advice to retail traders amidst the GameStop short squeeze.
March 4, 2021: Mavericks Accept Dogecoin
On March 4, 2021, Mark Cuban announced that the Dallas Mavericks would begin accepting Dogecoin as payment for both merchandise and tickets.
2021: Investment in Injective Protocol and Purchase of Mustang, Texas
In 2021, Mark Cuban invested in Injective Protocol and purchased the town of Mustang, Texas. The investment was part of a larger backing by various capital ventures.
2021: National Anthem Decision
In 2021, Mark Cuban decided to stop playing the National Anthem at Dallas Mavericks games to respect those who felt it did not represent them.
2021: Acceptance of Dogecoin
In 2021, Mark Cuban began accepting Dogecoin for Dallas Mavericks merchandise and tickets, praising its community's strength.
January 2022: Launch of Cost Plus Drug Company
In January 2022, Mark Cuban launched the Mark Cuban Cost Plus Drug Company to lower generic drug prices for U.S. consumers.
February 2022: Securities Act of 1933 Ruling
In February 2022, the U.S. 11th Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that the Securities Act of 1933 applies to targeted solicitation via social media.
July 2022: Voyager Digital Lawsuit
In July 2022, Mark Cuban and the Dallas Mavericks were named in a class-action lawsuit over Voyager Digital's bankruptcy and alleged Ponzi scheme.
September 2023: MetaMask Wallet Scam
In September 2023, Mark Cuban's MetaMask cryptocurrency wallet was drained by scammers, resulting in a loss of approximately $870,000 worth of tokens.
November 2023: Announcement of Final Season on Shark Tank
In November 2023, Mark Cuban announced that the 16th season of Shark Tank would be his last.
November 28, 2023: Sale of Mavericks to Miriam Adelson
On November 28, 2023, it was reported that Mark Cuban was in the process of selling his share in the Dallas Mavericks to Miriam Adelson.
December 27, 2023: NBA Approval of Mavericks Sale
On December 27, 2023, the NBA approved the sale of a controlling interest of 73% in the Dallas Mavericks to the Adelson and Dumont families.