What happened: Former Canadian soccer player Nico Berg is expected to be named the head of the Dallas Mavericks' medical team, according to Marc Stein. Berg previously studied under Alex McKechnie in Toronto.

Why it matters: The anticipated hire aligns with the arrival of new Mavericks president of basketball operations Masai Ujiri. Dallas is overhauling its organizational staff this offseason following the dismissal of former general manager Nico Harrison in 2025.

What to watch: The Mavericks continue to finalize their staffing structure ahead of the 2026-27 season opener against Houston on October 21.